libremente
“libremente” means “freely” in Spanish (without restrictions or constraints).
freely
Also: openly, voluntarily
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Los pájaros vuelan libremente en el cielo.
A2The birds fly freely in the sky.
En este foro puedes expresar tus ideas libremente.
B1In this forum, you can express your ideas freely.
Decidió actuar libremente sin seguir las órdenes de su jefe.
B2He decided to act on his own accord without following his boss's orders.
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Quick Quiz: libremente
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Which sentence means 'The animals move freely'?
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Formed by combining the adjective 'libre' (from Latin 'liber', meaning 'free') with the feminine Latin noun 'mente' (meaning 'in a mind' or 'in a manner').
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'libremente' mean something is free of charge?
No. For things that cost zero money, use the word 'gratis'. 'Libremente' refers to liberty and the absence of restrictions.
Can I use 'libre' instead of 'libremente'?
Use 'libre' (adjective) to describe a person or thing (e.g., 'soy libre'). Use 'libremente' (adverb) to describe an action or verb (e.g., 'vivo libremente').
Is 'libremente' used in formal writing?
Yes, it is perfectly appropriate for both academic essays and casual conversation.