Relamente (en. Really)

/re.laˈmen.te/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adverb
It is used to emphasize that something is true or real.
He really believes in what he says.
Él realmente cree en lo que dice.
Indicates conformity with reality or truth.
I really don’t understand why this is happening.
Realmente no entiendo por qué ocurre esto.
Used to highlight the importance of a situation.
It is really urgent that I finish the project.
Es realmente urgente que termine el proyecto.

Etymology

It comes from the combination of 'real', from Latin 'realis', and the suffix '-mente', which indicates adverb.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Really difficult
It refers to something that is very complicated to carry out.
Realmente difícil
Really important
Indicates that something has a high degree of relevance.
Realmente importante
Really necessary
It is mentioned when something is essential or indispensable.
Realmente necesario

Related Words

real
That exists or has an effective existence.
real
reality
The state of things as they are.
realidad
realism
Artistic or philosophical trend that seeks to reflect reality.
realismo

Slang Meanings

For real
What you say is, as they say, 'really' true.
Eso que dices es, como dicen, 'realmente' cierto.
Seriously
What you said is really serious.
Eso que dijiste, realmente, es en serio.