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    Proprement (en. Properly)

    [pʁɔpʁəmɑ̃]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adverb
    In a neat way, without flaws.
    He explained his theory properly.
    Il a expliqué sa théorie proprement.
    In a manner that respects the rules or best practices.
    The project was carried out properly.
    Le projet a été réalisé proprement.
    In all honesty or accuracy.
    She properly admitted her mistakes.
    Elle a proprement avoué ses erreurs.

    Etymology

    Derived from 'propre', from Latin 'proprius'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    properly speaking
    speaking with precision or clarity.
    proprement dit
    to do things properly
    to act in an orderly and appropriate manner.
    faire les choses proprement
    strictly speaking
    without beating around the bush, directly.
    proprement ne pas dire

    Related Words

    clean
    that is without dirt or stain.
    propre
    cleanliness
    state of being clean, absence of dirt.
    propreté
    properly speaking
    used to clarify or specify a statement.
    proprement dit

    Slang Meanings

    To do something efficiently.
    He handled the situation properly.
    Il a géré la situation proprement.
    To act with rigor and without compromise.
    She flatly rejected the proposal.
    Elle a proprement refusé la proposition.