Perezosamente (en. Lazily)

/peɾeθo̞zo̞ˈment̪e/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adverb
In a way that indicates laziness or lack of interest.
He got up lazily from bed.
Se levantó perezosamente de la cama.
To operate or perform slowly and disinterestedly.
The cat stretched lazily in the sun.
El gato se estiró perezosamente bajo el sol.
To act without energy or motivation.
She studied the lesson lazily instead of concentrating.
Estudió perezosamente la lección en lugar de concentrarse.

Etymology

From the Latin 'pigrosus', which means lazy, with the adverb '-mente' in Spanish.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to do something lazily
To perform a task with a lack of energy or interest.
hacer algo perezosamente
to get up lazily
To get out of bed reluctantly.
levantarse perezosamente
to move lazily
To move in a slow and effortless manner.
moverse perezosamente

Related Words

laziness
The state of not wanting to make an effort or activity.
pereza
lazy
One who acts lazily or without interest.
perezoso
sloth
Lack of care or difficulty in performing a task.
desidia

Slang Meanings

To put everything off until tomorrow.
He always puts it off until tomorrow; he moves lazily.
Siempre lo deja para mañana, se mueve perezosamente.
To do things at the last minute.
She gets up lazily and does everything at the last minute.
Se levanta perezosamente y hace todo a último momento.