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UK//ˈhɑːdli ɡɒt ˈnʌθɪŋ æt ɔːl//US//ˈhɑrdli ɡɑt ˈnʌθɪŋ æt ɔl//

Meaning of Hardly got nothing at all

A negative expression meaning one received very little to nothing.

In simple words: Almost did not receive anything.

Hardly got nothing at all in a sentence

  • After all that work, I hardly got nothing at all.
  • If you hardly got nothing at all, why did you even try?
  • During the auction, I hardly got nothing at all despite my efforts.
  • She hardly got nothing at all from the sale, it was disappointing.
  • I thought I would win something, but I hardly got nothing at all!

How to use Hardly got nothing at all

Typically used in casual conversation. This phrase can sound redundant; 'hardly' implies a negative meaning. Be cautious in formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

hardly + got + nothing at all

Memory hint

Imagine a person empty-handed, saying they hardly got anything at a big event.

Related words

Collocations with Hardly got nothing at all

  • hardly got any help
  • hardly got anything
  • hardly got a chance
  • hardly got support

Synonyms for Hardly got nothing at all

  • barely received anything
  • received almost nothing
  • virtually got nothing
  • got next to nothing

Common mistakes with Hardly got nothing at all

  • Using 'hardly got anything at all' instead of this phrase.
  • Confusing the phrase with similar ones like 'I got hardly anything'.
  • Using 'nothing' without 'at all' makes it less emphatic.

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Frequently asked questions about Hardly got nothing at all

What does Hardly got nothing at all mean?

Almost did not receive anything.

What is the definition of Hardly got nothing at all?

A negative expression meaning one received very little to nothing.

How do you use Hardly got nothing at all in a sentence?

After all that work, I hardly got nothing at all.

Can you give another example of Hardly got nothing at all?

If you hardly got nothing at all, why did you even try?

What are synonyms for Hardly got nothing at all?

Common alternatives include barely received anything, received almost nothing, virtually got nothing, got next to nothing.

What words go with Hardly got nothing at all?

It commonly pairs with hardly got any help, hardly got anything, hardly got a chance, hardly got support.

What are common mistakes when using Hardly got nothing at all?

Using 'hardly got anything at all' instead of this phrase. Confusing the phrase with similar ones like 'I got hardly anything'. Using 'nothing' without 'at all' makes it less emphatic.

How do you pronounce Hardly got nothing at all?

US: //ˈhɑrdli ɡɑt ˈnʌθɪŋ æt ɔl//, UK: //ˈhɑːdli ɡɒt ˈnʌθɪŋ æt ɔːl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Hardly got nothing at all formal or informal?

"Hardly got nothing at all" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Hardly got nothing at all?

Typically used in casual conversation. This phrase can sound redundant; 'hardly' implies a negative meaning. Be cautious in formal contexts.