sucesivamente
“sucesivamente” means “one after another” in Spanish (referring to things happening in order).
one after another
Also: successively, and so on
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Los invitados llegaron sucesivamente a la fiesta.
A2The guests arrived one after another at the party.
Debes presionar los botones uno, dos, tres y así sucesivamente.
B1You must press the buttons one, two, three and so on.
Las estaciones del año ocurren sucesivamente: primavera, verano, otoño e invierno.
B1The seasons of the year occur successively: spring, summer, autumn, and winter.
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Words that translate to "sucesivamente" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: sucesivamente
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Which of these is the best translation for 'y así sucesivamente'?
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From the Latin word 'successivus', which comes from 'succedere', meaning 'to follow' or 'to come after'. It uses the common Spanish suffix '-mente' to turn an adjective into a word that describes an action.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'sucesivamente' mean 'successfully'?
No. This is a 'false friend'. 'Sucesivamente' means one after another. If you want to say 'successfully', use 'con éxito'.
Can I use 'sucesivamente' to describe a group of people?
Yes, but you are describing HOW they do something (the action), not the people themselves. For example: 'Ellos entraron sucesivamente' (They entered one by one).
Is it a formal word?
It is neutral. You can use it in a science book or while explaining how to play a simple board game to a friend.