exclusivamente
“exclusivamente” means “exclusively” in Spanish (when something is limited to one person or group).
exclusively
Also: only, solely
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Este estacionamiento es exclusivamente para clientes.
A2This parking lot is exclusively for customers.
El hotel ofrece servicios exclusivamente para adultos.
B1The hotel offers services only for adults.
Ella se dedica exclusivamente a su carrera profesional.
B2She dedicates herself solely to her professional career.
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Which word is a more casual way to say 'exclusivamente'?
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From the Latin word 'exclusivus' (meaning to shut out), combined with the Spanish ending '-mente' (which comes from the Latin word for 'mind' or 'manner').
First recorded: 17th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'exclusivamente' always formal?
Not always, but it is much more common in writing, advertisements, and legal contexts than in spoken conversation.
Can I use 'exclusivamente' to mean 'mostly'?
No. 'Exclusivamente' means 100% limited to one thing. If you mean 'mostly,' use 'principalmente'.
Does it change if I'm talking about a group of women?
No. Words ending in '-mente' never change their spelling to match gender or number. They always stay the same.