Prácticamente (en. Practically)

/pɾak.ti.kaˈmen.te/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adverb
In a way that approaches reality or truth, although not absolutely.
The project is practically finished.
El proyecto está prácticamente terminado.
In a sense that leaves no doubt about its application to the situation.
Practically all the students passed the exam.
Prácticamente todos los estudiantes aprobaron el examen.
Almost, used to express that something is close to being true.
There are practically no resources available.
Prácticamente no hay recursos disponibles.

Etymology

It derives from the Latin 'practicamentum', which means 'in a practical manner'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

practically impossible
Something that is very difficult to achieve.
prácticamente imposible
practically perfect
Almost completely perfect, without significant errors.
prácticamente perfecto
practically speaking
From a practical point of view or in practical terms.
prácticamente hablando

Related Words

practice
Repeated exercise of an activity to improve.
práctica
to practice
To perform an activity repeatedly to acquire skills.
practicar

Slang Meanings

Almost certain
That exam is practically certain that you will pass.
Ese examen es prácticamente seguro que lo vas a aprobar.
Almost
I entered the cinema, and practically, the movie was already starting.
Entré al cine y, prácticamente, ya estaba empezando la película.