brevemente
“brevemente” means “briefly” in Spanish (referring to duration or length of speech).
briefly
Also: shortly, in a nutshell
📝 In Action
Hablamos brevemente sobre el problema.
A2We spoke briefly about the problem.
El profesor explicó brevemente las reglas del juego.
B1The teacher briefly explained the rules of the game.
Me detuve brevemente para admirar el paisaje.
B2I stopped briefly to admire the landscape.
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Quick Quiz: brevemente
Question 1 of 3
Which sentence uses 'brevemente' correctly?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Spanish adjective 'breve' (short), which comes from the Latin 'brevis,' combined with the suffix '-mente' (meaning 'in the manner of').
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'corto' instead of 'brevemente'?
No. 'Corto' is an adjective (describing a thing, like 'short pants'). To describe an action, you need the adverb 'brevemente'.
Does 'brevemente' always go after the verb?
Usually, yes. While Spanish is flexible, placing it after the verb is the most natural way to speak.
Is 'brevemente' formal?
It is neutral. You can use it with friends, but it is also perfectly correct in a formal speech or a news report.