Adecuadamente
Example: Es fundamental que el equipo esté adecuadamente preparado para el examen.
Definition
"Adecuadamente" is an adverb meaning in a suitable or proper manner, ensuring that something is done correctly or appropriately. For example, in the phrase 'The team must be adequately prepared for the exam,' it describes the manner of preparation needed.
Etymology
The word "adecuadamente" comes from the Spanish adjective "adecuado," meaning suitable or appropriate, combined with the adverbial suffix "-mente," which turns adjectives into adverbs. "Adecuado" itself derives from the Latin verb "adæquare," meaning to make equal or to adapt. Did you know that "adæquare" literally means 'to make level with'?
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"Adecuadamente" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (C1) - set 1", containing 120 commonly used words.
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