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tribally

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈtraɪbəli/

KK: /ˈtraɪbəli/

adverb
Definition

In a way that relates to a tribe or tribal community.


Example

The festival was celebrated tribally, with each group showcasing their unique traditions.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you notice how they celebrate tribally at the festival?
Sloth B
Yeah, it really brings everyone together in a special way.
Sloth A
I love how their traditions are shared so tribally among the community.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It makes the whole experience feel more authentic.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
culturally
socially
communally
Antonyms
individually
solitarily
privately
Root Explanation

Tribally → It is formed from "tribe" (from Latin *tribus*, meaning a division of people or a group) and "-ally" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "tribally" means in a manner relating to a tribe or tribal group.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'tribe' as a group of people and remember that 'tribally' means acting in a way that relates to that group.

Visually Confused Words
ribaldly
trivially
tidally
thrilly
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