definitely recommend vs highly recommend

Both 'definitely recommend' and 'highly recommend' are commonly used phrases in English to express a strong recommendation. They are interchangeable and convey a similar level of endorsement. The choice between them often depends on personal preference or the desired emphasis in the recommendation.

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This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express a strong recommendation.

"definitely recommend"

This phrase is used to strongly recommend something without any doubt or hesitation.

Examples:

I definitely recommend trying the new restaurant in town.
I definitely recommend this book to anyone interested in history.

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I will definitely recommend Villa Dafne to my friends and family.
I definitely recommend, even with kids.
We definitely recommend everyone to stay in this charming farmhouse.
We definitely recommend to stay at Laura's place.
And our staff will definitely recommend you nicest places around.
Will most definitely recommend this place to couples but most of all to families with children.
I would definitely recommend this apartment to anyone visiting Rome.
I would definitely recommend this place to anyone going to Rome.
Nice and light and quiet.Very close to Underground and would definitely recommend.
We would definitely recommend this hidden gem to all.
Stay at Rubinu we have enjoyed and would definitely recommend.
I love EC and I definitely recommend the school.
We definitely recommend it to our friends and plan to return.
Would definitely recommend as a great place to stay for exploring the surrounding area, which has some lovely beaches.
We will definitely recommend the place to anyone who will be interested in staying near Garda Lake, in a quiet countryside area.
We will definitely recommend to anyone!
Staff is not just polite, but you really feel welcomed there. I would definitely recommend hotel - nice surroundings at peninsula.
Thank you hotel Vecchia Milano:) I will definitely recommend this place to any of my friends/family who would want to travel there...
The only thing I would suggest is to add a microwave, other than that, I would definitely recommend this vacation rental.
At primaoccasione there again... meanwhile would definitely recommend it to everyone.

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strongly recommend
wholeheartedly recommend
enthusiastically recommend
heartily recommend
unreservedly recommend

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express a strong recommendation.

"highly recommend"

This phrase is used to strongly recommend something with a high level of approval or praise.

Examples:

I highly recommend watching that movie; it's fantastic.
I highly recommend this product for its quality and durability.

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We highly recommend insurance to cover trip interruption and cancellation.
I highly recommend the sunset cruise.
I would highly recommend staying at Cascina Folletto to get an authentic taste of Italy.
It was a great tour, and I highly recommend...
It is highly recommend that you take PowerPoint 2007 for your convenience.
I highly recommend the Best of Alta Via 1 and 2 guided by Holimites.
We highly recommend Frallarenza to anyone who loves quietness and privacy and beautiful nature.
I would highly recommend this as a base in the Montepulciano area.
We would highly recommend La Grada to anyone traveling in this beautiful part of Tuscany.
We had a wonderful weeks stay at Sanacore and would highly recommend this agriturismo.
Along with a pleasant experience, which I highly recommend.
The herbal supplement which i highly recommend you will be Butea Superba Tablets.
Despite these flaws, we can highly recommend this apartment.
In a word, I highly recommend this vacation rental.
I highly recommend this lodge for a stay in Gargano.
I highly recommend eating at the restaurant because 'the kitchen e'ottima.
We highly recommend to book in advance assuring availability.
Overall experience: very good to excellent - would highly recommend the apartment.
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Alternatives:

strongly recommend
wholeheartedly recommend
enthusiastically recommend
heartily recommend
unreservedly recommend

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