Legalmente (en. Legally)
/le.ɣal.mente/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adverb
It refers to something done in accordance with the law.
The contract was legally signed by both parties.
El contrato fue firmado legalmente por ambas partes.
Indicates that an action or condition is valid in legal terms.
The will was declared legally valid.
El testamento fue declarado legalmente válido.
Used to express that something is recognized by the legal system.
She is legally responsible for her actions.
Ella es legalmente responsable de sus acciones.
Etymology
From Latin 'legalis' which means 'pertaining to the law' and the adverb 'mente'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
legally speaking
In legal terms.
legalmente hablando
act legally
To behave according to the law.
actuar legalmente
legally binding
That has legal force and must be complied with.
legalmente vinculante
Related Words
legality
Condition of being compliant with the law.
legalidad
legal
Pertinent to law or rights.
jurídico
legitimacy
Quality of being legitimate or permitted by law.
legitimidad
Slang Meanings
Used in the context of law
This agreement is legal and cannot be changed.
Este acuerdo es legalmente y no se puede cambiar.
Refers to something that is permitted by law
Everything you do must be legally safe.
Todo lo que hagas debe ser legalmente seguro.