Aparentemente (en. Apparently)

/apaɾenˈtemen.te/

Meaning & Definition

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adverb

It is used to indicate that something has the appearance of truth, although it is not confirmed.

Apparently, it's going to rain today.

Aparentemente, va a llover hoy.

It refers to an assumption based on superficial observation.

Apparently, she is happy with her new life.

Aparentemente, ella es feliz con su nueva vida.

Used to express limited knowledge about a matter.

Apparently, he didn't like the gift.

Aparentemente, no le gustó el regalo.

It derives from the Latin 'apparentem', which means 'that appears' or 'that seems'.

apparently not

Indicates that something is not as it seems.

aparentemente no

apparently yes

Means that it seems something is true.

aparentemente sí

apparently seriously

Indicates that someone speaks or acts without irony.

aparentemente en serio

apparent

That seems to be or have certain characteristics.

aparente

to appear

To make visible again or to manifest.

aparecer

appearance

The act of appearing or becoming visible.

aparición

Said in a sarcastic tone.

Apparently, everyone is an expert on the subject.

Aparentemente, todos son expertos en el tema.

Used to minimize the importance of a fact.

Apparently, it's not that serious.

Aparentemente, no es tan grave.