meramente
“meramente” means “merely” in Spanish (Used to say that something is only what you say it is and nothing more.).
merely
Also: just, purely
📝 In Action
Esto es meramente una formalidad.
B1This is merely a formality.
Su participación fue meramente decorativa.
B2His participation was purely decorative.
Lo digo meramente por curiosidad, no por otra razón.
C1I am saying it just out of curiosity, for no other reason.
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Quick Quiz: meramente
Question 1 of 3
Which of these is the best translation for 'Es meramente un error'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'merus', which meant 'pure' or 'unmixed'. Over time, it evolved to mean something that is 'nothing more than' what is stated.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'solo' and 'meramente'?
'Solo' is the everyday word for 'only.' 'Meramente' is more formal and emphasizes that something is 'nothing more than' what is mentioned.
Can I use 'meramente' to describe a person?
Not usually. It is used to describe situations, facts, or reasons rather than a person's character.
Does 'meramente' change to 'meramenta' for feminine words?
No. Adverbs ending in '-mente' are always the same; they never change based on gender.