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    Propiamente (en. Properly)

    /pɾo.pi.aˈmen.te/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adverb
    In the strict or correct sense.
    The term is used properly in academic contexts.
    El término se usa propiamente en contextos académicos.
    According to the nature or property of something.
    Properly speaking, the mountain should be considered a volcano.
    Propiamente dicho, la montaña debería ser considerada un volcán.
    Without inclusions or additions.
    The truth properly so-called is that we need a change.
    La verdad propiamente dicha es que necesitamos un cambio.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'propriamente', related to 'proprius', which means 'own'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    properly speaking
    Refers to what is understood in a strict or exact way.
    propiamente dicho
    not properly
    Indicates that something is not considered in an exact or appropriate manner.
    no propiamente
    to speak properly
    Used before expressing an idea precisely.
    para propiamente decir

    Related Words

    own
    Something that belongs to something or someone.
    propio
    owner
    One that possesses something, especially movable or immovable goods.
    proprietario
    property
    The attribute or characteristics that are inherent to something.
    propiedad

    Slang Meanings

    Exactly.
    Properly, that was what happened.
    Propiamente, eso fue lo que pasó.
    In a good way.
    You did the work properly.
    Hiciste el trabajo propiamente.