Aparently vs. Apparently — Which is Correct Spelling?
Edited by Tayyaba Rehman — By Fiza Rafique — Updated on April 1, 2024
"Aparently" is the incorrect spelling; the right version is "apparently," meaning seemingly or evidently.
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Which is correct: Aparently or Apparently
How to spell Apparently?
Aparently
Incorrect Spelling
Apparently
Correct Spelling
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Key Differences
Associate it with "clear appearance" which is apparent.
Recall that "apparent" is the base word and adding "ly" gives you "apparently."
Double the letters for clarity, just like the word's meaning.
"Apparently" has two 'p's and two 'r's.
Think "apparent" + "ly" = "apparently."
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How Do You Spell Apparently Correctly?
Incorrect: Aparently, the store is closed on Sundays.
Correct: Apparently, the store is closed on Sundays.
Incorrect: The movie was aparently a big hit in theaters.
Correct: The movie was apparently a big hit in theaters.
Incorrect: Aparently, it's going to rain today.
Correct: Apparently, it's going to rain today.
Incorrect: He aparently missed the meeting because he was sick.
Correct: He apparently missed the meeting because he was sick.
Incorrect: She aparently knows how to speak three languages.
Correct: She apparently knows how to speak three languages.
Apparently Definitions
Giving the impression of being the case.
He's apparently not interested in joining.
Seemingly true based on the evidence at hand.
She was apparently the last to know.
Based on visible evidence or reported information.
Apparently, it's going to rain today.
Judging from appearances or circumstantial evidence.
The concert was apparently a huge success.
Ostensibly, but perhaps not in reality.
The task is apparently simple, but it can be tricky.
Readily seen; visible
The animal's markings were immediately apparent.
Readily understood; clear or obvious
The error was apparent to everyone in the audience.
Appearing as such but not necessarily so; seeming
An apparent advantage.
Plainly; clearly; manifestly; evidently.
Seemingly; in appearance.
A man may be apparently friendly, yet malicious in heart.
According to what the speaker has read or heard.
Apparently you are quite a good dancer.
Visibly.
Seemingly; in appearance; as, a man may be apparently friendly, yet malicious in heart.
From appearances alone;
Irrigation often produces bumper crops from apparently desert land
The child is seemingly healthy but the doctor is concerned
Had been ostensibly frank as to his purpose while really concealing it
On the face of it the problem seems minor
Unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly');
The answer is obviously wrong
She was in bed and evidently in great pain
He was manifestly too important to leave off the guest list
It is all patently nonsense
She has apparently been living here for some time
I thought he owned the property, but apparently not
You are plainly wrong
He is plain stubborn
Apparently Meaning in a Sentence
The test was apparently easier than most students had expected.
The book was apparently based on a true story.
The concert was apparently sold out within hours.
He was apparently unaware of the surprise party planned for him.
She's apparently moving to a new city for her job.
They were apparently the last ones to leave the party last night.
Apparently, you need to bake the cake at a lower temperature for it to come out perfectly.
Apparently, she's been practicing piano for over a year now.
He's apparently a big fan of classic rock music.
The museum is apparently free on the first Sunday of every month.
She's apparently going to start her own business next year.
The coffee shop down the street is apparently the best in town.
According to the news, it will apparently rain all weekend.
The trip was apparently cancelled due to bad weather.
They've apparently been friends since kindergarten.
I've never been there, but apparently, it's a great place to visit.
He's apparently very good at math, scoring the highest on the test.
She was apparently surprised by the party her friends threw for her.
Apparently, the library has a new section of graphic novels.
Apparently, the meeting has been rescheduled for next week.
Common Curiosities
Why is it called apparently?
It's derived from "apparent," indicating visibility or clearness, with "ly" suggesting the manner of something.
What is the verb form of apparently?
"Appear" is the verb related to "apparently."
What is the pronunciation of apparently?
/əˈpær.ənt.li/
Which preposition is used with apparently?
Prepositions are context-dependent; "from" can be used as in "apparently from."
What is the root word of apparently?
The root word is "apparent."
Which vowel is used before apparently?
The vowel "e" is used before the "ly" in "apparently."
Which conjunction is used with apparently?
Conjunctions are not specifically tied to "apparently."
Is apparently a noun or adjective?
Neither, "apparently" is an adverb.
Is apparently an adverb?
Yes.
What is the singular form of apparently?
"Apparently" itself is singular.
What is the plural form of apparently?
"Apparently" does not have a plural form.
Is apparently a negative or positive word?
Neutral; it depends on context.
Is apparently a collective noun?
No.
Which article is used with apparently?
As an adverb, "apparently" doesn't typically require an article.
Is apparently a vowel or consonant?
"Apparently" is a word containing both vowels and consonants.
What is a stressed syllable in apparently?
"par."
What part of speech is apparently?
Adverb.
What is the third form of apparently?
The related verb's third form is "appeared."
Is apparently a countable noun?
"Apparently" is not a noun.
Is the apparently term a metaphor?
No.
Is the word apparently imperative?
No.
How many syllables are in apparently?
Four.
What is another term for apparently?
Seemingly.
What is the opposite of apparently?
Certainly or definitively.
Which determiner is used with apparently?
Determiners are not typically used directly with "apparently."
What is the first form of apparently?
The related verb is "appear."
How is apparently used in a sentence?
"Apparently, he had known about it for weeks."
Is apparently an abstract noun?
No.
How do we divide apparently into syllables?
ap-par-ent-ly.
What is the second form of apparently?
The related verb's second form is "appeared."
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Tayyaba RehmanTayyaba Rehman is a distinguished writer, currently serving as a primary contributor to askdifference.com. As a researcher in semantics and etymology, Tayyaba's passion for the complexity of languages and their distinctions has found a perfect home on the platform. Tayyaba delves into the intricacies of language, distinguishing between commonly confused words and phrases, thereby providing clarity for readers worldwide.
