Recíprocamente (en. Mutually)
/resipɾoˈkamente/
Meaning & Definition
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adverb
It is used to describe an action that is done mutually between two or more parties.
Both countries helped each other reciprocally during the crisis.
Ambos países se ayudaron recíprocamente durante la crisis.
Indicates that one action corresponds to or reflects another.
The students communicated reciprocally to solve the problem.
Los estudiantes se comunicaron recíprocamente para resolver el problema.
Implies a relationship in which both parties are responsible for the same type of action.
Friends support each other reciprocally in their decisions.
Los amigos se apoyan recíprocamente en sus decisiones.
Etymology
From Latin 'reciprocus', which means 'that returns or is returned'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
reciprocal love
Love that is mutually felt between two people.
amor recíproco
reciprocal benefit
Benefit that is obtained mutually.
beneficio recíproco
reciprocal relationship
Relationship in which both parties participate equitably.
relación recíproca
Related Words
reciprocal
That implies reciprocity.
recíproco
mutual
That is common to two or more people.
mutuo
exchange
To give and receive something between two parties.
intercambiar
Slang Meanings
It is used in the context of romantic relationships where both feel the same.
In their relationship, the love is completely reciprocal.
En su relación, el amor es totalmente recíproco.
In contexts of friendship, it implies that the support is mutual.
We always help each other reciprocally among friends.
Siempre nos ayudamos recíprocamente entre amigos.