как следует
properly
in correct way
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как следует with English translation
как следует usage examples
Check that the coat is fastened properly before you step outside.
Проверь, что пальто застегнуто как следует, прежде чем выйти на улицу.
If you don't clean the filter properly, the vacuum will lose power.
Если не чистить фильтр как следует, пылесос потеряет мощность.
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как следует synonyms
What's the difference between как следует / как полагается / как положено / должным образом / правильно / надлежащим образом
means 'as one should' or 'properly', emphasizing adequacy or thoroughness
Do it properly.
Сделай это как следует.
as is expected or proper according to norms; carries expectation or propriety
He behaves as he should.
Он ведёт себя как полагается.
in accordance with what is customary or required; colloquial tone
They started as they should — on time and organized.
Начали как положено — вовремя и организованно.
a formal equivalent of 'properly'; used more in writing and official contexts
Documents must be prepared properly.
Документы должны быть оформлены должным образом.
means 'correct' or 'right'; broader than 'properly', can denote factual correctness
He did everything correctly.
Он всё сделал правильно.
very formal, legal/official phrase indicating due procedure or condition
The objects were duly inspected.
Объекты были надлежащим образом проверены.
emphasizes conformity to requirements or criteria; formal usage
The data were processed appropriately.
Данные обработаны соответствующим образом.
in a manner suitable for the situation; stresses suitability of method or manner
Act in an appropriate way in this situation.
Поступите подходящим образом в этой ситуации.
means 'correct' or 'proper' often in the sense of error-free or polite; used for language and conduct
The phrase should be formulated correctly.
Фразу нужно сформулировать корректно.
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В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.

В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.

В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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How to pronounce как следует and what this word means
как следует translation: properly. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce как следует
[kɐk ˈslʲedʊjət]
как следует translation
properly
как следует examples
Check that the coat is fastened properly before you step outside.
как следует transcription
[kɐk ˈslʲedʊjət]
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Questions about this word
как следует meaning: what does it mean?
надлежащим образом, выполняя действия согласно правилам или нормам
как следует pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
как следует is pronounced as [kɐk ˈslʲedʊjət]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
как следует definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Check that the coat is fastened properly before you step outside. Translation: Проверь, что пальто застегнуто как следует, прежде чем выйти на улицу.
Is как следует part of Clothing for Weather vocabulary?
Yes, как следует (properly) can be learned in the Clothing for Weather topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is как следует part of Household Chores vocabulary?
Yes, как следует (properly) can be learned in the Household Chores topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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