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hardly

/ˈhɑːdli/ /ˈhɑɹdli/

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adverb

Едва ли, с трудом

(manner) Firmly, vigorously, with strength or exertion.

Examples :

"The gardener worked hardly to get the roses to bloom in time for the festival. "

Садовник едва ли работал, чтобы розы зацвели вовремя к фестивалю.

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adverb

Едва, с трудом

(manner) Harshly, severely; in a hard manner.

Examples :

"The teacher spoke to the student, barely audible over the commotion, but her tone was hardly pleasant; it was very stern. "

Учительница обратилась к ученику, едва слышно сквозь шум, но ее тон был едва ли приятным; он был очень строгим.

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adverb

Едва, с трудом

With difficulty.

Examples :

"The student studied for the exam, but he hardly understood the concepts. "

Студент готовился к экзамену, но он едва понимал концепции.

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adverb

Едва, почти не

(degree) Barely, only just, almost not.

Examples :

"The children were hardly able to finish their homework before dinner. "

Дети едва смогли закончить домашнее задание до ужина.

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interjection

Едва ли, вряд ли

Examples :

"I think the Beatles are a really overrated band. ― Hardly!"

Я думаю, что The Beatles — действительно переоцененная группа. ― Едва ли!

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