supuestamente
suppose
Se usa para decir que algo es posible o que se cree que es verdad, pero no se está seguro.
Word: supuestamente
Meaning in English:
"Supuestamente" is an adverb in Spanish that means "supposedly," "allegedly," or "presumably."
Explanation:
It is used to indicate that something is believed to be true based on what has been said or assumed, but without firm proof or certainty. Often used when the speaker wants to express doubt or skepticism about the information.
Parts:
- root: "supuesto" (meaning "supposed")
- suffix: "-mente" (an adverbial suffix used to form adverbs from adjectives, equivalent to "-ly" in English)
Usage example:
- "Supuestamente, él llegará a las cinco."
- "Supposedly, he will arrive at five."
Synonyms:
- Presuntamente (presumably)
- Alegadamente (allegedly)
- En teoría (in theory)
Antonyms:
- Con certeza (certainly)
- Definitivamente (definitely)
- Realmente (really, actually)
Summary:
"Supuestamente" modifies statements to indicate they are accepted as true based on assumptions or reports but with some level of uncertainty or skepticism.
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Examples
Supuestamente, Lara llegará a las ocho a nuestra reunión.adverb
Supposedly, Lara will arrive at eight at our meeting.
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