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Funnily

usgb/ˈfʌnəli/Volume
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Humorous contextPlay
Use 'funnily' when describing actions or situations that make people laugh or smile. SlideHe acted funnily, making the whole class giggle.
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Unexpected humorPlay
'Funnily' often suggests humor was not the intention, but the result. SlideThe baby spoke funnily, trying to mimic adults.
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Non-serious tonePlay
Use 'funnily' in casual or light-hearted conversations, not in serious discourse. SlideShe walkED funnily, imitating a cartoon character.