Is professionally the same as professionally done?

Not exactly. Professionally is the adverb; professionally done means done in a skilled, proper way.

Can professionally mean “as a job”?

Yes. For example, “She sings professionally” means singing is her paid work.

Is professionally formal or informal?

It is neutral and common in business, study, and everyday speech.

What is the difference between professionally and skillfully?

Skillfully focuses on ability. Professionally often adds a sense of proper work behaviour or standards.

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professionally

/prəˈfɛʃ.ən.ə.li/

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adverb

In a skilled, careful, and proper way, especially at work. It can also mean by someone whose job is in a particular field, not just as a hobby.

She handled the complaint professionally.
He plays football professionally.
The report was written professionally.

Adinary Nuance

Professionally is close to competently, skilfully, and properly, but it often suggests work standards and calm behaviour. Use it when you want to say someone acts like a trained worker, not casually. It can also mean “as a paid job,” which is different from just doing something well.

In other languages

Vietnamese: một cách chuyên nghiệp
Spanish: profesionalmente
Chinese: 专业地
Japanese: 専門的に
Korean: 전문적으로

Etymology

Professionally comes from professional, which entered English through French from Latin professio, meaning a public declaration or occupation. The adverb form became common in Modern English.

Common phrases

act professionallydress professionallybehave professionallywork professionally

Synonyms

competently skillfully properly expertly

Frequently asked questions

Is professionally the same as professionally done?: Not exactly. Professionally is the adverb; professionally done means done in a skilled, proper way.
Can professionally mean “as a job”?: Yes. For example, “She sings professionally” means singing is her paid work.
Is professionally formal or informal?: It is neutral and common in business, study, and everyday speech.
What is the difference between professionally and skillfully?: Skillfully focuses on ability. Professionally often adds a sense of proper work behaviour or standards.