literally

UK
/ˈlɪt.ər.əl.i/
US
/ˈlɪt.ɚ.ə.li/

Translations

literallyadverb
UK
/ˈlɪt.ər.əl.i/
US
/ˈlɪt.ɚ.ə.li/
He literally jumped out of his seat when he heard the news.
Он буквально подпрыгнул со своего места, когда услышал новость.
Additional translations
в прямом смысле
Synonyms
in fact
without exaggeration

Definitions

literallyadverb
In a literal manner; exactly as stated or written.
The book literally fell apart in my hands.
Used for emphasis or to express strong feelings, although not literally true.
I was literally dying of laughter during the comedy show.