Explicitly vs Specifically

Quando usare ciascuno in inglese, con significato, registro ed esempi.

Explicitly

FormaleTop 2000 (comune)C1adverb

Specifically

Top 2000 (comune)B1adverb
Più formale: Explicitly
 ExplicitlySpecifically
Pronuncia🇬🇧 /["/ɪkˈsplɪsɪtli/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ɪkˈsplɪsɪtli/"]/🇬🇧 /["/spəˈsɪfɪkli/"]/🇺🇸 /["/spəˈsɪfɪkli/"]/
SignificatoIn a clear and direct way.In a clear and exact way.
EsempioThe report states explicitly that the system was to blame.The report specifically outlines the steps we need to take.
RegistroFormaleNeutro
Quanto è comuneTop 2000 (comune)Top 2000 (comune)
Livello CEFRC1B1
Categoria grammaticaleadverbadverb
Collocazionistate explicitly, say explicitly, ask explicitly, require explicitlyspecifically mention, specifically state, used specifically, specifically designed, specifically requested
Contrariimplicitly, ambiguouslygenerally, vaguely
Errori comuniConfused with 'implicitly', which means something is suggested but not stated outright., Using it in informal speech where simpler words would suffice., Misplacing it in the sentence, leading to unclear meaning.Mixing up with 'especially', which has a different meaning., Using as 'specific' instead of 'specifically'., Omitting it in sentences where it clarifies meaning.
Note d'usoUse 'explicitly' when you want to emphasize that something is clearly stated, especially in formal contexts. Avoid in casual conversations.Use 'specifically' to clarify or provide detailed information about something. It is appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, but avoid it in overly casual conversations.

Domande frequenti: Explicitly vs Specifically

Qual è la differenza tra Explicitly e Specifically?

Explicitly: In a clear and direct way. Specifically: In a clear and exact way.

Quale è più formale: Explicitly e Specifically?

Explicitly è la più formale tra queste.

Explicitly e Specifically sono allo stesso livello CEFR?

Explicitly: C1, Specifically: B1 sulla scala CEFR.

Posso usare Explicitly e Specifically in modo intercambiabile?

Non sempre. Explicitly e Specifically sono affini e a volte si sovrappongono, ma differiscono per registro, frequenza e uso, quindi scambiarle può cambiare il significato o il tono. Controlla le differenze qui sopra prima di sostituire.

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