я́кобы — meaning in English
yakoby
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English meaning
- allegedly adverb According to what is claimed or reported, without confirmation that it is true.
- ostensibly adv Apparently or supposedly, based on what is claimed — often with the hint that the real reason might be different.
Senses
я́кобы is used for these senses in English:
- allegedly According to someone's allegation.
- ostensibly (modal) Seemingly, apparently, on the surface; supposedly, according to representations or implications made by someone (especially when their motives are suspected by others).