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UK//ˈfʌnɪli ɪˈnʌf//US//ˈfʌnɪli ɪˈnʌf//

Meaning of Funnily enough

Used to express surprise or humor about an unexpected situation.

In simple words: It's surprising that this happened, in a funny way.

Funnily enough in a sentence

  • Funnily enough, I bumped into my old friend at the store.
  • He won the lottery, and funnily enough, he had just lost his job.
  • Funnily enough, I forgot my own birthday this year!
  • She disliked the book, but funnily enough, loved the movie.
  • Funnily enough, the cat and dog became best friends!

How to use Funnily enough

Use in casual conversation to express surprise about something humorous. Often introduces an unexpected twist in a story.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Remember 'funny' to connect it with amusing surprise.

Related words

Collocations with Funnily enough

  • funnily enough, it seems
  • funnily enough, I found
  • funnily enough, many people

Synonyms for Funnily enough

  • strangely enough
  • surprisingly
  • oddly enough

Common mistakes with Funnily enough

  • Confusing with 'ironically enough', which has a different meaning.
  • Using in formal writing, where it's too casual.
  • Not using a comma before it when it starts a sentence.

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Frequently asked questions about Funnily enough

What does Funnily enough mean?

It's surprising that this happened, in a funny way.

What is the definition of Funnily enough?

Used to express surprise or humor about an unexpected situation.

How do you use Funnily enough in a sentence?

Funnily enough, I bumped into my old friend at the store.

Can you give another example of Funnily enough?

He won the lottery, and funnily enough, he had just lost his job.

What are synonyms for Funnily enough?

Common alternatives include strangely enough, surprisingly, oddly enough.

What words go with Funnily enough?

It commonly pairs with funnily enough, it seems, funnily enough, I found, funnily enough, many people.

What are common mistakes when using Funnily enough?

Confusing with 'ironically enough', which has a different meaning. Using in formal writing, where it's too casual. Not using a comma before it when it starts a sentence.

How do you pronounce Funnily enough?

US: //ˈfʌnɪli ɪˈnʌf//, UK: //ˈfʌnɪli ɪˈnʌf//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Funnily enough formal or informal?

"Funnily enough" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Funnily enough?

Use in casual conversation to express surprise about something humorous. Often introduces an unexpected twist in a story.