B2adverbrelationshipslanguage
US/ˈnaɪs.li/
UK/ˈnaɪs.li/
in a pleasant, polite or attractive way; also well or successfully
In context
If you ask nicely, the receptionist may give you a better room.
Don't worry about the project; the new design is coming along nicely.
The gift was nicely wrapped in red paper for Tet.
Words that go with nicely
verb + adverb
- ask nicelyYou'll get help faster if you ask nicely.
- coming along nicelyThe new house is coming along nicely.
- fit nicelyThe new sofa fits nicely in the corner.
adverb + verb
- nicely doneNicely done! You finished early.
adverb + adjective
- nicely dressedEveryone was nicely dressed for the wedding.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
She sings very nice.Correct: She sings very nicely.