Definitions
- Referring to something that is incomplete or only covers a portion of the whole. - Describing a situation where something is divided into parts or sections. - Talking about a condition where something is not entirely true or accurate.
- Describing a degree of something that is moderate or to some extent. - Referring to a situation where something is not entirely one way or another. - Talking about a condition where something is not completely true or accurate.
List of Similarities
- 1Both partly and somewhat describe a degree of something.
- 2Both can be used to indicate that something is not entirely true or accurate.
- 3Both can be used to modify adjectives or adverbs.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Partly is more commonly used to describe something that is incomplete or only covers a portion of the whole, while somewhat is more often used to describe a moderate degree of something.
- 2Degree: Partly implies a larger degree of incompleteness or inaccuracy than somewhat.
- 3Context: Partly is often used in situations where something is divided into parts or sections, while somewhat is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
- 4Formality: Somewhat is generally considered more formal than partly.
- 5Position: Somewhat is usually placed before the adjective or adverb it modifies, while partly can be placed either before or after the verb it modifies.
Remember this!
Partly and somewhat are both adverbs that describe a degree of something. However, partly is more commonly used to describe something that is incomplete or only covers a portion of the whole, while somewhat is more often used to describe a moderate degree of something. Additionally, partly is often used in situations where something is divided into parts or sections, while somewhat is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
