Gradualmente (en. Gradually)

/ɡɾaðuaménte/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adverb
In a progressive manner, without rushing.
The learning process improves gradually.
El proceso de aprendizaje se mejora gradualmente.
Indicating a change that occurs little by little.
The temperature increased gradually throughout the day.
La temperatura aumentó gradualmente a lo largo del día.
It refers to an action that develops in stages.
The treatment should be administered gradually to avoid side effects.
El tratamiento debe administrarse gradualmente para evitar efectos secundarios.

Etymology

It derives from the Latin 'gradualis', meaning 'related to degree'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

gradually improving
Referring to an improvement that happens little by little.
gradualmente mejorando
to go gradually
To move or change progressively.
ir gradualmente
to change gradually
To modify something gradually.
cambiar gradualmente

Related Words

gradual
That occurs or develops little by little.
gradual
progressive
That advances continuously.
progresivo

Slang Meanings

Used in an informal context to describe a slow process.
The project is progressing gradually, but at least there is no stress.
El proyecto avanza gradualmente, pero al menos no hay estrés.
Expression indicating that someone is gradually giving up a bad habit.
He quit smoking gradually, one cigarette at a time.
Él dejó de fumar gradualmente, un cigarrillo a la vez.