Merely vs. Barely

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In today’s grammar, let’s look at the difference between “merely” and “barely”.
Let’s get started!

1. Merely

We used merely to emphasize that you mean exactly what you are saying and nothing more.
i.e. I wasn’t complaining, I merely said that I was tired.
i.e. I didn’t say that you had to go – I merely suggested that you might want to go.

2. Barely

We use barely to emphasize the smallest amount.
i.e. They have barely enough ( no more than what is needed) to pay the rent this month.
i.e. She was barely (only just) 15 when she won her first championship.
Have you already known the difference between “merely” and “barely”? Don’t worry, we prepare a quiz for you it is time to show yourself!
That’s all for today’s [Grammar]!!!
PRACTICE
Results

#1. The minister's speech had _ fogged the issue.

merely
barely

#2. His wages are _ enough to keep body and soul together.

merely
barely
END

That’s it for today’s lesson!

By: Dam Jonh/ SOM Rithy

Source: www.cambridge.org

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