Incidentally

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˌɪnsɪˈdɛntli/

Definitions of incidentally

adverb Incidentally is an adverb that is used to introduce a point that is not directly related to the main topic of discussion.

Example Sentences

A1 I am going to the store to buy milk. Incidentally, do you need anything?

A2 I forgot to mention that I will be out of town next week. Incidentally, could you water my plants?

B1 I have been learning Spanish for a few months. Incidentally, I have a Spanish test next week.

B2 I have always enjoyed hiking in the mountains. Incidentally, there is a great trail nearby that you might like.

C1 I have been working on this project for months. Incidentally, I have found a more efficient way to complete it.

C2 I have traveled to many countries around the world. Incidentally, I have never been to Australia.

Examples of incidentally in a Sentence

formal Incidentally, the meeting has been rescheduled to next Wednesday.

informal Oh, and incidentally, I heard that Sarah got a promotion at work.

slang By the way, incidentally, did you hear about the party this weekend?

figurative His comment was like a slap in the face, incidentally reminding me of my past mistakes.

Grammatical Forms of incidentally

past tense

incidentally

plural

incidentally

comparative

more incidentally

superlative

most incidentally

present tense

incidentally

future tense

will incidentally

perfect tense

have incidentally

continuous tense

am incidentally

singular

incidentally

positive degree

incidentally

infinitive

to incidentally

gerund

incidentallying

participle

incidentallyed

Origin and Evolution of incidentally

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'incidentally' originated from the Latin word 'incidentalis' which means 'falling upon' or 'happening by chance'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'incidentally' has come to be used to introduce a minor or tangential point in a conversation or writing, emphasizing that it is not the main focus or purpose.