Meaning of Respectively
In simple words: In the order mentioned.
Respectively in a sentence
- Julie and Mark, aged 17 and 19 respectively
How to use Respectively
Use 'respectively' in formal writing to clarify which item belongs to which in a series. Avoid in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
used in a sentence to link two sets of items
Memory hint
Think of 're-spectively' as giving respect to each item in order.
Related words
Collocations with Respectively
- list respectively
- mention respectively
- arrange respectively
Synonyms for Respectively
- correspondingly
- individually
- alternatively
Opposites of Respectively
- collectively
- jointly
- together
Common mistakes with Respectively
- Used incorrectly with more than two items.
- Omitted when it is necessary for clarity.
- Confused with 'respectfully'.
Respectively appears in
Respectively in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
على التوالي
بالترتيب المذكور.
- Bengaliবাংলা
যথাক্রমে
উল্লেখিত ক্রমে।
- GermanDeutsch
Respektive
In der genannten Reihenfolge.
- SpanishEspañol
Respectivamente
En el orden en que se mencionaron.
- Persianفارسی
به ترتیب
به ترتیبی که ذکر شده.
- FrenchFrançais
Respectivement
Dans l'ordre mentionné.
- Hindiहिन्दी
क्रमशः
जिस क्रम में बताया गया है।
- ItalianItaliano
Rispettivamente
Nell'ordine in cui sono state menzionate.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Respectivamente
Na ordem mencionada.
- RussianРусский
Соответственно
В том порядке, как упомянуто.
- Urduاردو
بالترتیب
ذکر کردہ ترتیب میں۔
- Chinese中文
respectively
按顺序。
More words like Respectively
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Respectively
What does Respectively mean?
In the order mentioned.
What is the definition of Respectively?
in the same order as the people or things already mentioned
How do you use Respectively in a sentence?
Julie and Mark, aged 17 and 19 respectively
What are synonyms for Respectively?
Common alternatives include correspondingly, individually, alternatively.
What is the opposite of Respectively?
Opposite meanings include collectively, jointly, together.
What words go with Respectively?
It commonly pairs with list respectively, mention respectively, arrange respectively.
What are common mistakes when using Respectively?
Used incorrectly with more than two items. Omitted when it is necessary for clarity. Confused with 'respectfully'.
How do you pronounce Respectively?
US: /["/rɪˈspektɪvli/"]/, UK: /["/rɪˈspektɪvli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Respectively formal or informal?
"Respectively" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use Respectively?
Use 'respectively' in formal writing to clarify which item belongs to which in a series. Avoid in casual conversations.
What CEFR level is Respectively?
"Respectively" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.
