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    Prematura (en. Early)

    /pɾemaˈtuɾa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Refers to a birth that occurs before 37 weeks of gestation.
    The premature baby needs special care in the incubator.
    El bebé prematuro necesita cuidados especiales en la incubadora.
    Indicates something that is done ahead of time, without proper preparation.
    His decision to invest was premature and it cost him a lot.
    Su decisión de invertir fue prematura y le costó mucho.
    Describes a state or condition that manifests earlier than usual.
    His maturity is surprising; he seems like a premature child.
    Su madurez es sorprendente, parece un niño prematuro.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'prematurus', meaning 'ripe before its time'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    premature birth
    Birth that occurs before 37 weeks of gestation.
    nacimiento prematuro
    premature maturity
    Condition of maturity that occurs before the expected age.
    madurez prematura
    premature decision
    A decision made before having enough information.
    decisión prematura

    Related Words

    precocious
    That develops or appears earlier than usual.
    precoz
    early
    That happens or arrives before expected or at the usual time.
    temprano

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to someone who acts immaturely in serious situations.
    That guy always makes premature decisions at work.
    Ese tipo siempre toma decisiones prematuras en el trabajo.
    Describes something done thoughtlessly, impulsively.
    Your purchase was very premature; you didn't check the options.
    Tu compra fue muy prematura, no revisaste las opciones.