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estrictamente

es-treek-tah-MEN-teh/estɾiktaˈmente/

“estrictamente” means “strictly” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:

strictly

Also: rigorously
A child placing their shoes perfectly straight and aligned with a line on the floor.

📝 In Action

Los alumnos deben seguir las reglas estrictamente.

A2

Students must follow the rules strictly.

El horario se cumple estrictamente en esta oficina.

B1

The schedule is strictly followed in this office.

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  • estrictamente prohibido – strictly forbidden
  • estrictamente necesario – strictly necessary

strictly speaking

Also: purely
AdverbB2formal
A single, perfect red apple sitting alone on a plain white pedestal.

📝 In Action

Estrictamente hablando, él no es el dueño.

B2

Strictly speaking, he is not the owner.

Es un asunto estrictamente profesional.

B1

It is a purely professional matter.

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Words that translate to "estrictamente" in Spanish:

purely→rigorously→strictly→strictly speaking→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: estrictamente

Question 1 of 2

Which of these is the correct way to say 'strictly'?

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👥 Word Family▼
estricto(strict) — Adjective
estrecho(narrow) — Adjective
estrechez(narrowness/tightness) — Noun
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📚 Etymology▼

From the Latin 'strictus' (tight or drawn together) combined with the suffix '-mente' (meaning 'in the manner of'). It shares the same roots as the English word 'stringent'.

First recorded: 15th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: strictlyFrench: strictementItalian: strettamente

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does 'estrictamente' change if I'm talking to a woman?

No. Adverbs like 'estrictamente' are what we call 'invariable', which just means they never change their spelling regardless of who you are talking to.

Is it different from 'rigurosamente'?

They are very similar! 'Estrictamente' is usually about following rules, while 'rigurosamente' often implies a high level of detail or scientific accuracy.