personally

adverb
UK: /ˈpɜːsənəli/
US: /ˈpɜːrsənəli/

  1. In person; by oneself, rather than by someone else.

    1. I will deliver the package personally to ensure it arrives safely. [ ] [ ]
    2. The manager personally thanked each employee for their hard work during the project. [ ] [ ]

  2. Relating to one's individual feelings, thoughts, or experiences.

    1. I don't know him personally, but I've heard good things. [ ] [ ]
    2. She took the criticism personally, even though it wasn't directed at her. [ ] [ ]

  3. As far as someone is concerned; from a personal point of view.

    1. Personally, I think the idea is a good one and worth trying out. [ ] [ ]
    2. Personally, I find the music quite enjoyable, even though it's not my usual style. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

directly for oneself oneself
personally adjective

  1. Done, given, or said by you and not someone else.

    1. I made a personally crafted gift. [ ] [ ]
    2. He offered a personally signed autograph to the fan at the convention. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "personally" in English means: In person; by oneself, rather than by someone else., Relating to one's individual feelings, thoughts, or experiences., As far as someone is concerned; from a personal point of view..

The phonetic transcription of "personally" is /ˈpɜːsənəli/ in British English and /ˈpɜːrsənəli/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "personally": directly, for oneself, oneself.

Example usage of "personally": "I will deliver the package personally to ensure it arrives safely.". More examples on the page.