efectivamente
“efectivamente” means “indeed” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
indeed, exactly
Also: that's right, quite so
📝 In Action
—¿Había mucha gente en la fiesta? —Efectivamente, estaba lleno.
A2—Were there many people at the party? —Indeed, it was packed.
Efectivamente, el tren llegó con retraso.
B1Exactly as expected, the train arrived late.
effectively, in fact
Also: really
📝 In Action
La ley no se aplicó efectivamente hasta el año siguiente.
B2The law wasn't effectively applied until the following year.
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Words that translate to "efectivamente" in Spanish:
effectively→in fact→indeed→quite so→that's right→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: efectivamente
Question 1 of 1
If a waiter asks if you are finished and you want to say 'Exactly, I am,' which word is best?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Spanish word 'efectivo' (effective) plus the suffix '-mente' (the Spanish version of '-ly'). This comes from the Latin 'effectivus', meaning something that produces a result.
First recorded: 15th Century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'efectivamente' mean 'effectively' in English?
Only sometimes. In English, 'effectively' often means 'doing something well/efficiently.' In Spanish, 'efectivamente' almost always means 'That is correct' or 'Indeed.' To say 'efficiently,' use 'eficientemente'.