Learn why “safely” is correct and “safley” is a common misspelling.
Incorrect spelling - “Safley” is a misspelling missing the correct vowel order.
"safley" is a common misspelling of "safely". Always use "safely" when referring to the correct word.
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Safely” means in a safe manner or without danger.
"safely": “Safely” means in a safe manner or without danger.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
"Correct:" Drive safely on wet roads.
"Correct:" He handled the chemicals safely.
"Correct:" She climbed the ladder safely.
"Correct:" Store the equipment safely.
"Incorrect:" Drive safley on wet roads.
"Incorrect:" He handled the chemicals safley.
"Incorrect:" She climbed safley.
"Incorrect:" Store the equipment safley.
A: Safely.
A: No.
A: Without danger or risk.
A: Please drive safely.
A: Yes, e.g., handled safely, stored safely.
""Safely" is correct for expressing security or protection; 'safley' is always wrong."