Cool MateMeaning of Secondly
In simple words: In the second place; the second reason or point.
Secondly in a sentence
How to use Secondly
Use 'secondly' when listing points in formal writing or speaking. It’s less common in everyday conversation where 'next' or 'then' might be used.
Grammar pattern
standalone transition word
Memory hint
Think of 'second'-ly as 'second' in a race. First, second.
Related words
Collocations with Secondly
- first, secondly
- secondly, I want to emphasize
- first point, secondly
- first stage, secondly
- secondly, we should consider
Synonyms for Secondly
- next
- also
- in addition
- furthermore
- second
Common mistakes with Secondly
- 'Second' used instead of 'secondly' when listing points.
- 'Then' or 'next' used in formal writing instead of 'secondly'.
- Using 'secondly' without 'first' in a list.
Secondly appears in
Secondly in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
ثانياً
في المرتبة الثانية؛ السبب أو النقطة الثانية.
- Bengaliবাংলা
দ্বিতীয়ত
দ্বিতীয় স্থানে; দ্বিতীয় কারণ বা বিষয়।
- GermanDeutsch
Zweitens
An zweiter Stelle; der zweite Grund oder Punkt.
- SpanishEspañol
En segundo lugar
En segundo lugar; la segunda razón o punto.
- Persianفارسی
دوم اینکه
در جایگاه دوم؛ دلیل یا نکته دوم.
- FrenchFrançais
Deuxièmement
En deuxième lieu ; la deuxième raison ou le deuxième point.
- Hindiहिन्दी
दूसरा
दूसरे स्थान पर; दूसरा कारण या बिंदु।
- ItalianItaliano
In secondo luogo
In secondo luogo; la seconda ragione o punto.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Em segundo lugar
Em segundo lugar; a segunda razão ou ponto.
- RussianРусский
Во-вторых
Во втором месте; вторая причина или пункт.
- Urduاردو
دوم اینکه
دوم اینکه؛ دلیل یا نکته دوم.
- Chinese中文
其次
第二；第二个理由或要点。
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Frequently asked questions about Secondly
What does Secondly mean?
In the second place; the second reason or point.
What is the definition of Secondly?
used to introduce the second of a list of points you want to make in a speech or piece of writing
How do you use Secondly in a sentence?
Firstly, it's expensive, and secondly, it's too slow.
Can you give another example of Secondly?
First of all, there's no time to do all this, and secondly, it's the wrong thing to be doing anyway.
What are synonyms for Secondly?
Common alternatives include next, also, in addition, furthermore, second.
What is the opposite of Secondly?
Opposite meanings include firstly, initially, primarily.
What words go with Secondly?
It commonly pairs with first, secondly, secondly, I want to emphasize, first point, secondly, first stage, secondly, secondly, we should consider.
What are common mistakes when using Secondly?
'Second' used instead of 'secondly' when listing points. 'Then' or 'next' used in formal writing instead of 'secondly'. Using 'secondly' without 'first' in a list.
How do you pronounce Secondly?
US: /["/ˈsekəndli/"]/, UK: /["/ˈsekəndli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Secondly formal or informal?
"Secondly" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use Secondly?
Use 'secondly' when listing points in formal writing or speaking. It’s less common in everyday conversation where 'next' or 'then' might be used.
What CEFR level is Secondly?
"Secondly" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.