# propel vs properly

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### propel
*verb · IPA /pɹəˈpɛl/ · frequency rank #23,640*
To provide an impetus for motion or physical action; to cause to move in a certain direction; to drive or push forward.

### properly
*adverb · IPA /ˈpɹɒp.ə.li/ · frequency rank #2,307*
In a proper manner, appropriately, suitably; correctly, justifiably

## Source
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