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safely

B1
adverb

Pronunciation

UK

  • /sˈeɪfli/

US

  • /ˈseɪfli/

Description

To do something safely means to do it in a way that avoids danger or harm. It is about protecting yourself and other people. You might cross the street safely by looking both ways, or store cleaning products safely by following the instructions. We all want our loved ones to travel safely and get home without trouble. The word "safely" tells us how something is done. It shows that the action happens with care, in a way that helps prevent injury, damage, or loss.

Examples

  1. 1

    Driving

    Please drive safely on your way home.

  2. 2

    Outdoor travel

    The hikers got back safely before dark.

  3. 3

    Travel documents

    Keep your passport safely in your bag when you travel.

  4. 4

    Online safety

    Children need to learn how to use the internet safely.

  5. 5

    Harmless action

    You can safely ignore that message because it is just spam.

    • Pattern

      can safely do + action

      do it without causing a problem

  6. 6

    Confident statement

    I think we can safely say the meeting was a success.

    • Phrase

      can safely say

      say something with confidence

Forms and spellings

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Main spelling

  • safelyadverb