in contemporanea
Lemma: in contemporanea
Translation: simultaneously; at the same time; concurrently; in parallel (adverbial phrase)
Etymology: This phrase combines the preposition 'in' with the feminine singular form of the adjective 'contemporaneo' (contemporary). The adjective derives from Latin 'contemporaneus', formed from 'con-' (with) and 'tempus, temporis' (time), literally meaning 'with time' or 'of the same time'. The English cognate 'contemporary' shares the same Latin origin.
Example Usage
I due film sono stati proiettati in contemporanea in diverse sale cinematografiche.
The two films were screened simultaneously in different movie theaters.
La conferenza si terrà in contemporanea a Roma e Milano.
The conference will be held concurrently in Rome and Milan.
Dobbiamo gestire diversi progetti in contemporanea.
We need to manage several projects at the same time.
Gli eventi sportivi si svolgeranno in contemporanea in tutto il paese.
The sporting events will take place simultaneously throughout the country.
Mnemonics
- Think of 'contemporary' in English, which refers to things existing at the same time.
- Remember that 'con' means 'with' and 'tempo' means 'time' - so it's about things happening 'with the same time'.
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Cultural Context
This phrase is commonly used in Italian media to refer to events happening simultaneously, especially for TV broadcasts, sports events, or cultural happenings occurring at the same time in different locations. It's also frequently used in scheduling and planning contexts.
Easily Confused With
Explanation: While both mean 'simultaneously', 'in contemporanea' is more commonly used for scheduled events happening at the same time in different places, while 'contemporaneamente' is more general and can refer to any actions occurring at the same time.
Notes: Both terms are interchangeable in many contexts, but 'in contemporanea' has a stronger association with media broadcasts and scheduled events.
Mnemonic: 'In contemporanea' often implies a planned simultaneity (like scheduled events), while 'contemporaneamente' can be more spontaneous.