ampliamente
“ampliamente” means “widely” in Spanish (referring to popularity or usage).
widely, extensively
Also: broadly, by a wide margin
📝 In Action
Este libro es ampliamente conocido en todo el mundo.
A2This book is widely known throughout the world.
Debemos discutir este problema más ampliamente.
B1We must discuss this problem more extensively.
El equipo ganó el partido ampliamente.
B2The team won the game by a wide margin.
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Quick Quiz: ampliamente
Question 1 of 3
Which sentence means 'The technology is widely used'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Spanish adjective 'amplio' (stemming from Latin 'amplus', meaning large or spacious) combined with the suffix '-mente' (from the Latin 'mens', meaning mind or manner).
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'ampliamente' ever have an accent mark?
No. Adverbs ending in '-mente' only keep an accent if the original adjective had one (like 'fácil' becoming 'fácilmente'). Since 'amplio' has no accent, 'ampliamente' doesn't either.
Can I use 'mucho' instead of 'ampliamente'?
Sometimes, but 'ampliamente' sounds more professional and specific. 'Mucho' just means a lot, while 'ampliamente' suggests it covers a large area or is very thorough.
Is it used for physical size?
Usually, we use the adjective 'amplio' for physical size (a 'spacious' room). We use 'ampliamente' to describe actions, like explaining something in great detail.