American English

How to pronounce legally

adverbB2Common word
LEEguhlee

/ˈli.gə.li/

3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

In a way that is allowed by law or based on what the law says.

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Meanings & examples

adverb

In a way that is allowed by law or based on what the law says.

You can legally buy alcohol at 21.

The company is legally responsible for the damage.

Common phrases & grammar

legally binding · legally responsible · legally married · legally required

[subject] can legally [base verb]

[subject] is legally [adjective/past participle]

Useful expressions

legally speaking

from a legal point of view

Legally speaking, the contract is valid.

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