Hopefuly vs. Hopefully — What's the Difference?
Edited by Tayyaba Rehman — By Fiza Rafique — Published on October 23, 2023
"Hopefuly" is an incorrect spelling of "hopefully." "Hopefully" means in a hopeful manner or expressing hope.
Which is correct: Hopefuly or Hopefully
How to spell Hopefully?
Hopefuly
Incorrect Spelling
Hopefully
Correct Spelling
Difference Between Hopefuly and Hopefully
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Key Differences
Remember, two "L"s are better than one when hoping.
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"Full" becomes "fully" when making adverbs, so it's "hope-fully."
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Associate "hope" with "full," both of which have two L's.
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Use spell check which will typically catch "hopefuly" as an error.
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If you're "full of hope," make sure it's "fully" expressed in the spelling.
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Definitions
Hopefully
Used to convey hope in an outcome.
Hopefully, the team will win today.
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Hopefully
A term to preface a hopeful statement.
Hopefully, I'll get the promotion.
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Hopefully
Expressing a desire or wish.
Hopefully, it won't rain during the picnic.
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Hopefully
(uncomparable) It is hoped that; I hope; we hope.
Hopefully, my father will arrive in time for the show.
She was buried with her mom and hopefully they are together now.
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Hopefully
I hope; if all goes well; as, hopefully, the dress will be ready before the party.
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Hopefully
With hope; in a hopeful manner;
We searched hopefully for a good position
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FAQs
Why is it called hopefully?
It's derived from "hopeful" with the adverbial suffix "-ly" to express manner or hope.
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Which preposition is used with hopefully?
No specific preposition is tied to "hopefully." It depends on the context.
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What is the singular form of hopefully?
"Hopefully" is an adverb and doesn't have a singular form.
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What is the plural form of hopefully?
"Hopefully" doesn't have a plural form.
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Which conjunction is used with hopefully?
Standard conjunctions can be used with "hopefully" depending on the sentence.
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What is the verb form of hopefully?
"Hopefully" doesn't have a verb form. The related verb is "hope."
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Which determiner is used with hopefully?
"Hopefully" doesn't typically require a determiner.
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Is hopefully a negative or positive word?
Generally positive, as it expresses hope or optimism.
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Which article is used with hopefully?
"Hopefully" doesn't typically take an article since it's an adverb.
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How is hopefully used in a sentence?
"Hopefully, we'll arrive before sunset."
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Is hopefully a vowel or consonant?
It's a word containing both vowels and consonants.
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Fiza RafiqueFiza Rafique is a skilled content editor at AskDifference.com, where she meticulously refines and enhances written pieces. Drawing from her vast editorial expertise, Fiza ensures clarity, accuracy, and precision in every article. Passionate about language, she continually seeks to elevate the quality of content for readers worldwide.
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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.
