B2adverb 2K

Partly

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈpɑːtli/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈpɑːrtli/"]/

Meaning of Partly

to some extent; not completely

In simple words: Not completely; some amount.

Partly in a sentence

• The project is partly finished, but we still have a lot of work to do.
• Partly cloudy skies are expected throughout the day.
• He was partly responsible for the mistakes made in the report.
• The event was cancelled partly due to the weather conditions.
• She is partly happy with her results, but believes she could have done better.
• The story was based partly on true events, making it even more interesting.

How to use Partly

Use 'partly' when you want to describe something that is only true in part. It’s appropriate in both spoken and written English, but avoid using it in overly formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone adverb

Memory hint

Think of 'part' in 'partly' as if you're sharing a pizza — you might have only a slice.

Related words

Collocations with Partly

• partly cloudy
• partly responsible
• partly true
• partly finished
• partly understood

Synonyms for Partly

• partially
• fractionally
• in part
• to some extent
• somewhat

Opposites of Partly

• wholly
• completely
• entirely

Common mistakes with Partly

• 'Partly' is sometimes confused with 'part' as in the amount.
• Some learners use 'partly' incorrectly with a noun instead of an adjective.
• Mistakenly using 'partly' in place of 'mostly' or 'mainly'.

Frequently asked questions about Partly

What does Partly mean?

Not completely; some amount.

What is the definition of Partly?

to some extent; not completely

How do you use Partly in a sentence?

The project is partly finished, but we still have a lot of work to do.

Can you give another example of Partly?

Partly cloudy skies are expected throughout the day.

What are synonyms for Partly?

Common alternatives include partially, fractionally, in part, to some extent, somewhat.

What is the opposite of Partly?

Opposite meanings include wholly, completely, entirely.

What words go with Partly?

It commonly pairs with partly cloudy, partly responsible, partly true, partly finished, partly understood.

What are common mistakes when using Partly?

'Partly' is sometimes confused with 'part' as in the amount. Some learners use 'partly' incorrectly with a noun instead of an adjective. Mistakenly using 'partly' in place of 'mostly' or 'mainly'.

How do you pronounce Partly?

US: /["/ˈpɑːrtli/"]/, UK: /["/ˈpɑːtli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Partly?

Use 'partly' when you want to describe something that is only true in part. It’s appropriate in both spoken and written English, but avoid using it in overly formal contexts.

What CEFR level is Partly?

"Partly" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.