Bearly vs. Barely
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Updated on September 14, 2023
Bearly is an incorrect spelling. The correct spelling is Barely, meaning only just; scarcely.
Which is correct: Bearly or Barely
How to spell Barely?
Bearly is Incorrect
Barely is Correct
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Key Differences
Think of "Bare" as in "bare minimum," highlighting scarcity.
Sawaira Riaz
Sep 12, 2023
Recite "Bare-ly has no bear in it."
Sawaira Riaz
Sep 12, 2023
"Bearly" looks like it's about bears; "Barely" looks like it's about minimal amounts.
Janet White
Sep 12, 2023
Remember "Bear" is an animal, while "Bare" relates to minimalism or scarcity.
Sawaira Riaz
Sep 12, 2023
Associate "bare" with something exposed or minimal, as in "bare feet."
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Sep 12, 2023
Bearly and Barely Definitions
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Barely
Just possibly; with no surplus.
There was barely enough food for everyone.
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Sep 10, 2023
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Barely
(degree) Almost not at all.
The plane is so far away now I can barely see it.
Yes, it is barely visible.
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Sep 08, 2023
Barely
Merely; only.
R. For now his son is duke.W. Barely in title, not in revenue.
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Sep 08, 2023
Barely
But just; without any excess; with nothing to spare (of quantity, time, etc.); hence, scarcely; hardly; as, there was barely enough for all; he barely escaped.
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Sep 08, 2023
Barely
By a small margin;
They could barely hear the speaker
We hardly knew them
Just missed being hit
Had scarcely rung the bell when the door flew open
Would have scarce arrived before she would have found some excuse to leave
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Sep 08, 2023
FAQs
Why is it called Barely?
It derives from the word "bare," indicating a minimal or scant amount.
Sawaira Riaz
Sep 12, 2023
What is the verb form of Barely?
Barely is an adverb and doesn't have a verb form.
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Sep 12, 2023
What is the singular form of Barely?
Barely doesn't have a plural or singular; it's an adverb.
Janet White
Sep 12, 2023
Which conjunction is used with Barely?
Any conjunction can be used depending on context: and, or, but, etc.
Aimie Carlson
Sep 12, 2023
Is Barely a negative or positive word?
Neutral, but can have negative connotations depending on the context.
Janet White
Sep 12, 2023
Which vowel is used before Barely?
Context-dependent, but commonly "a" as in "a barely visible mark."
Harlon Moss
Sep 12, 2023
Which article is used with Barely?
"The" can be used, but "barely" often stands alone or with "a" depending on the sentence.
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Sep 12, 2023
Which preposition is used with Barely?
Various, like "by" in "by barely a margin."
Samantha Walker
Sep 12, 2023
Is Barely a vowel or consonant?
"Barely" is a word consisting of both vowels and consonants.
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Sep 12, 2023
Which determiner is used with Barely?
Depending on context, but "this" can be used, e.g., "this barely noticeable change."
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Sep 12, 2023
How is Barely used in a sentence?
"He barely had time to grab his coat before the rain started."
Harlon Moss
Sep 12, 2023
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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