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What CEFR level is “truly”?
Estimated level
B2
upper-intermediate
“truly” is roughly the #3449 most common English word, which puts it at an estimated B2 level.
Meaning
adverb. (modal) Honestly, genuinely, in fact, really.
Example: That is truly all I know.
Similar words: in point of fact, literally, frankly.
How the level is decided
The level is an estimate based on word frequency: the more common a word is in everyday English, the lower its CEFR level. “truly” sits in the B2 band. It is a quick guide for choosing what to study, not an official CEFR rating. Check any other word or a whole list with the word level checker.
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