4 ways to use the word 'well'

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  The adjectivewell means in a good way.

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  Its often related to health.

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  I havent been well.

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  In fact ive been off work for a few days.

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  We can also use it as an adverb to mean in a good way.

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  You've made this skirt very well.

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  You're good at sewing.

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  Also as an adverbwell can be used to emphasise adjectives and prepositions.

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  The library is beautiful.

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  It's well worth visiting.

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  Again, as an adverb, well can mean thoroughly.

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  I'm happy to ask Harry for help.

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  I know him well.

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  Finally, in speaking, we often usewell at the start of a phrase, particularly when we're thinking about what we want to say.

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