igualmente
“igualmente” means “you too” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
you too, likewise
Also: same to you
📝 In Action
¡Que tengas un buen fin de semana! — ¡Igualmente!
A2Have a good weekend! — You too! / Likewise!
Fue un placer conocerte. — Igualmente.
A2It was a pleasure meeting you. — Likewise.
Espero que te vaya bien en el examen. — Gracias, ¡igualmente!
B1I hope the exam goes well for you. — Thanks, same to you!
equally, similarly
Also: just as much
📝 In Action
Ambos hermanos son talentosos; Juan canta bien, e igualmente, María toca el piano.
B2Both siblings are talented; Juan sings well, and similarly, Maria plays the piano.
La ley debe aplicarse igualmente a todos los ciudadanos.
B1The law must be applied equally to all citizens.
Los tres participantes contribuyeron igualmente al éxito del proyecto.
B1The three participants contributed equally to the project's success.
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Quick Quiz: igualmente
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'igualmente' to mean 'equally' (Definition 2)?
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📚 Etymology▼
Formed by combining the Spanish adjective *igual* (equal), which comes from the Latin *aequalis*, and the common adverb suffix *-mente* (from the Latin word for 'mind' or 'manner'). It literally means 'in an equal manner.'
First recorded: Medieval Spanish
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I use 'igualmente' instead of 'tú también'?
When responding to a compliment, a greeting, or a wish (like 'Have a nice day'), 'igualmente' is much more natural, concise, and polite than saying 'tú también' (you also). 'Tú también' is usually reserved for agreeing with someone's action or feeling.
Can 'igualmente' be used at the beginning of a sentence?
Yes, especially when using the meaning 'similarly' or 'in the same way.' For example, 'Igualmente, debemos considerar el impacto ambiental' (Similarly, we must consider the environmental impact).