Cool MateMeaning of Suddenly
quickly and unexpectedly
In simple words: Happening quickly and without warning
Suddenly in a sentence
- I **suddenly realized** what I had to do.
- I **suddenly became** aware of just how late it was.
- She took ill and **died suddenly** at her home.
- You might **suddenly find yourself **in dire need of cash.
- A pedestrian **suddenly appeared **in front of the taxi.
- I tried to sit up but I **suddenly felt** dizzy.
- His face suddenly turned a deep shade of red.
- Grandma stopped suddenly and looked directly at us.
- ‘Listen!’ said Doyle suddenly.
- It all happened so suddenly.
How to use Suddenly
Use 'suddenly' to describe an unexpected change or event. Commonly used in storytelling or descriptions of surprising moments. Avoid in very formal contexts.
Grammar pattern
standalone adverb
Memory hint
Think of 'sudden' + 'ly' – like a lightning flash that appears suddenly!
Related words
Collocations with Suddenly
- suddenly appear
- suddenly realize
- suddenly stop
- suddenly change
Synonyms for Suddenly
- unexpectedly
- abruptly
- instantly
- immediately
- quickly
Common mistakes with Suddenly
- Using 'suddenly' with the wrong tense (e.g., 'sudden' for past actions).
- Confusing 'suddenly' with 'sudden', forgetting it needs to modify verbs.
- Using 'suddenly' too often, making writing sound repetitive.
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Frequently asked questions about Suddenly
What does Suddenly mean?
Happening quickly and without warning
What is the definition of Suddenly?
quickly and unexpectedly
How do you use Suddenly in a sentence?
I **suddenly realized** what I had to do.
Can you give another example of Suddenly?
I **suddenly became** aware of just how late it was.
What are synonyms for Suddenly?
Common alternatives include unexpectedly, abruptly, instantly, immediately, quickly.
What is the opposite of Suddenly?
Opposite meanings include gradually, slowly.
What words go with Suddenly?
It commonly pairs with suddenly appear, suddenly realize, suddenly stop, suddenly change.
What are common mistakes when using Suddenly?
Using 'suddenly' with the wrong tense (e.g., 'sudden' for past actions). Confusing 'suddenly' with 'sudden', forgetting it needs to modify verbs. Using 'suddenly' too often, making writing sound repetitive.
How do you pronounce Suddenly?
US: /["/ˈsʌdənli/"]/, UK: /["/ˈsʌdənli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Suddenly?
Use 'suddenly' to describe an unexpected change or event. Commonly used in storytelling or descriptions of surprising moments. Avoid in very formal contexts.
What CEFR level is Suddenly?
"Suddenly" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.