You could say, "I have a new job: namely, as a teacher." Maybe you're afraid of an animal, namely, wolves. Namely means almost exactly the same thing as specifically and is followed by an example or examples. This word also works something like the colon, which also introduces information.

When can you use the word Namely?

You use namely to introduce detailed information about the subject you are discussing, or a particular aspect of it. One group of people seems to be forgotten, namely pensioners. They were hardly aware of the challenge facing them, namely, to re-establish prosperity.

What does it mean to say Namely?

: that is to say : to wit. Synonyms Example Sentences Learn More About namely.