concretamente
“concretamente” means “specifically” in Spanish (narrowing down a general topic).
specifically
Also: to be exact, in particular
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Me gusta la comida italiana, concretamente la pizza.
A2I like Italian food, specifically pizza.
¿Qué es lo que necesitas concretamente para terminar el proyecto?
B1What exactly do you need to finish the project?
El informe trata sobre las ventas, concretamente las del mes pasado.
B2The report is about sales, to be exact, last month's sales.
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Which word is a synonym for 'concretamente'?
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From the Latin 'concretus' (condensed or hardened), combined with the suffix '-mente' which stems from 'mens' (mind). Originally, it described doing something with a 'concrete mind' or focus.
First recorded: 17th Century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'concretamente' formal?
It is neutral. You can use it with friends to clarify a point or in a business report to specify data.
Can I use 'concreto' instead?
No. 'Concreto' is an adjective (e.g., 'un plan concreto'), while 'concretamente' is an adverb used to describe how you are explaining something.
Does it mean 'concrete' as in the building material?
In Spanish, the building material is usually called 'hormigón'. 'Concreto' usually refers to being specific, though in some Latin American countries, 'concreto' can also mean the material.