B2
appropriately vs properly
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| appropriatelyadverb/əˈproʊ.pri.ət.li/ | Meaning in a way that is right or suitable for a particular situation | Goes with dress appropriately | Example Please dress appropriately for the interview; a suit is best. |
| properlyadverb/ˈprɑː.pər.li/ | Meaning correctly, or in the way that is right or expected | Goes with work properly | Example I was so busy that I didn't eat properly all week. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
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