expresamente
“expresamente” means “expressly” in Spanish (formally stating something).
expressly, specifically
Also: on purpose, explicitly
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He venido expresamente para hablar contigo.
B1I have come specifically to talk to you.
El reglamento prohíbe expresamente fumar en el edificio.
B2The regulations expressly prohibit smoking in the building.
Lo pedí expresamente sin picante.
B1I specifically asked for it without spicy sauce.
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Quick Quiz: expresamente
Question 1 of 3
If a contract says something is 'prohibido expresamente', can you do it if you are careful?
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From the Latin 'expressus' (meaning 'distinct' or 'clearly presented') combined with the suffix '-mente' (meaning 'in the manner of').
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'expresamente' related to 'espresso' coffee?
Yes! Both come from the Latin word for 'pressed out' or 'clear'. An espresso is coffee made by 'pressing' water through it, and 'expresamente' is something 'pressed' into words so clearly that it can't be missed.
Where do I put the accent when speaking?
Adverbs ending in '-mente' are unique. They sound like they have two accents. The strongest one is on 'MEN' (expresa-MEN-te), but you still lightly emphasize the 'PRE' from the original adjective 'expresa'.
Can I use 'expresamente' to mean 'fast'?
No. In Spanish, even though an 'expreso' can be a fast train, the adverb 'expresamente' is only used to mean 'on purpose' or 'explicitly'.