What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
partially
Example
I am only partially finished with my homework. [partially: adverb]
Example
The company is partially responsible for the accident. [partially: adverb]
partly
Example
I am partly to blame for the misunderstanding. [partly: adverb]
Example
The success of the project was partly due to the hard work of the team. [partly: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Partly is more commonly used than partially in everyday language, especially in British English.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between partially and partly?
Partially is considered more formal than partly, making it more appropriate for academic or professional writing.