ostensibly in Russian
ostensibly in Russian is вроде как, я́кобы — ostensibly means apparently or supposedly, based on what is claimed — often with the hint that the real reason might be different.
ostensibly in Russian
вроде как
Pronounced: vrode kak
(modal) Seemingly, apparently, on the surface; supposedly, according to representations or implications made by someone (especially when their motives are suspected by others).
я́кобы
Pronounced: yakoby
(modal) Seemingly, apparently, on the surface; supposedly, according to representations or implications made by someone (especially when their motives are suspected by others).
What does "ostensibly" mean?
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adv Apparently or supposedly, based on what is claimed — often with the hint that the real reason might be different.
"She left the meeting early, ostensibly to catch a flight."
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ostensibly in a sentence
- She left the meeting early, ostensibly to catch a flight.
- The company cut jobs ostensibly to save costs, though many suspected other motives.
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What is "ostensibly" in Russian?
"ostensibly" in Russian is вроде как, я́кобы. ostensibly means: Apparently or supposedly, based on what is claimed — often with the hint that the real reason might be different.
How do you pronounce вроде как?
"ostensibly" in Russian is вроде как, pronounced "vrode kak".
How do you use "ostensibly" in a sentence?
Example: "She left the meeting early, ostensibly to catch a flight." In Russian, "ostensibly" is вроде как, я́кобы.
Are there other ways to say "ostensibly" in Russian?
Yes — Russian has 2 translations listed for "ostensibly": вроде как, я́кобы.
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