particularmente
Lemma Details
Translation: particularly; especially; in particular; specifically
Part of Speech: adverb
Etymology: Derived from the feminine form of the adjective 'particular' (meaning 'specific' or 'individual') + the adverbial suffix '-mente' (equivalent to English '-ly'). The root comes from Late Latin 'particularis' (relating to a small part), from Latin 'particula' (small part), which is a diminutive of 'pars' (part). The English cognate 'particularly' follows the same formation pattern.
Commonality: 80%
Guessability: 90%
Register: neutral
Example Usage
Mnemonics
- Think of 'particular' + '-mente' = 'in a particular manner'
- Remember that many Spanish adverbs end in '-mente' just as many English adverbs end in '-ly'
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Cultural Context
Used in both formal and informal contexts in Spanish. It's commonly used in academic, professional, and everyday speech to emphasize specific aspects of a topic.
Easily Confused With
Explanation: While both mean 'especially' or 'particularly', 'particularmente' emphasizes individuality or specificity, whereas 'especialmente' emphasizes exceptionality or importance.
This word:
Me gusta particularmente este tipo de chocolate.
I particularly like this type of chocolate.
Confused word:
Este chocolate es especialmente bueno para hornear.
This chocolate is especially good for baking.
Notes: Both adverbs can often be used interchangeably, but 'especialmente' sometimes carries a stronger emphasis.
Mnemonic: 'Particularmente' relates to 'particular' instances; 'especialmente' relates to 'special' cases.
Explanation: 'Particularmente' refers to something specific or notable, while 'personalmente' means 'personally' or 'in person'.
Confused word:
Personalmente, prefiero estudiar por la mañana.
Personally, I prefer to study in the morning.
Notes: While different in meaning, they can sometimes appear in similar contexts when expressing preferences.
Mnemonic: 'Personalmente' contains 'persona' (person), so it relates to personal opinions or actions.