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    Prematuro (en. Premature)

    /pɾemaˈtuɾo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That which occurs before the normal or expected time.
    The premature birth of the baby required immediate medical attention.
    El nacimiento prematuro del bebé requirió atención médica inmediata.
    That which is developed earlier than usual.
    The premature report did not reflect the current situation of the company.
    El informe prematuro no reflejaba la situación actual de la empresa.
    That which happens before what is natural or convenient.
    Juan's premature comment caused misunderstandings among colleagues.
    El comentario prematuro de Juan causó malentendidos entre los colegas.

    Etymology

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

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    premature birth
    Birth that occurs before the 37th week of gestation.
    nacimiento prematuro
    premature decision
    A decision made without adequate information or reflection.
    decisión prematura
    premature evaluation
    Analysis conducted before all necessary information is available.
    evaluación prematura

    Related Words

    maturity
    Stage of complete development.
    madurez
    advance
    Advance made earlier than expected.
    adelanto
    procrastination
    To postpone an action to a later time.
    procrastinación

    Slang Meanings

    Referring to a person who acts thoughtlessly.
    Don't be premature, think before you speak.
    No seas prematuro, piensa antes de hablar.
    Said of someone who shows interest in adult matters at an early age.
    That child is very premature, he is already talking about relationships.
    Ese niño es muy prematuro, ya está hablando de relaciones.