English Reference

free vs freely

Free describes something that costs nothing or is not restricted, while freely describes an action done without hesitation or physical constraint.

free

Costing nothing or not restricted.

The museum offers free admission to all students on the first Monday of every month.

freely

Moving or acting without hindrance.

The children ran freely through the park until the sun started to go down.

Watch out
  • The software is available freely for anyone who wants to download it.

    The software is available free for anyone who wants to download it.

  • She admitted free that she had made a mistake in the calculations.

    She admitted freely that she had made a mistake in the calculations.

Remember Free is the price; freely is the flow.

Fill the gap with one of the two options.

  1. 1.

    You are to leave the meeting once you have finished your presentation.

  2. 2.

    He spoke about his experiences in the army during the long interview.

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