accidentalmente
“accidentalmente” means “accidentally” in Spanish (unintentionally).
accidentally, by accident
Also: unintentionally, by chance
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Ella accidentalmente borró todos los archivos de su computadora.
A2She accidentally deleted all the files on her computer.
Si tocas este botón accidentalmente, la alarma se disparará.
B1If you accidentally touch this button, the alarm will go off.
Nos encontramos accidentalmente en el supermercado después de años.
B2We ran into each other accidentally (by chance) at the supermarket after years.
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Words that translate to "accidentalmente" in Spanish:
accidentally→by accident→by chance→unintentionally→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: accidentalmente
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Which sentence correctly uses 'accidentalmente' to describe an action without intent?
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This word comes from the adjective 'accidental' combined with the common Spanish suffix '-mente,' which means 'in the manner of.' The root traces back to the Latin word *accidens*, meaning 'a happening' or 'something that occurs.'
First recorded: Medieval Spanish (as a form of adverbial phrase)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I form other Spanish adverbs like 'accidentalmente'?
It's a very easy pattern! Take the feminine form of any adjective (e.g., 'rápida' from 'rápido') and just add '-mente' to the end. For example: 'rápida' + '-mente' = 'rápidamente' (quickly).