inmediata
“inmediata” means “immediate” in Spanish (happening without any delay).
immediate
Also: direct, nearby
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Necesitamos una solución inmediata para este problema.
A2We need an immediate solution for this problem.
La respuesta fue inmediata y muy positiva.
A2The response was immediate and very positive.
Mi familia inmediata vive en esta ciudad.
B1My immediate family lives in this city.
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Words that translate to "inmediata" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: inmediata
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Which of these phrases is correct when describing a feminine noun?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'immediatus', which literally means 'nothing in the middle'. It combines 'in-' (not) and 'mediatus' (middle).
First recorded: 15th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'inmediata' only used for time?
Mostly yes, to mean 'right now', but it can also mean 'closest' in space or 'direct' in a relationship, like 'tu jefa inmediata' (your direct boss).
What is the difference between 'ahora' and 'inmediata'?
'Ahora' is an adverb meaning 'now'. 'Inmediata' is an adjective that describes a noun, like an 'immediate' reaction.