perfectamente
Derivado del adjetivo 'perfecto', que proviene del latín 'perfectus'.
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[/peɾ.fek.taˈmen.te/es-ES]
perfectly
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completely
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totally
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perfectly well
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untranslatable concept
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(The word 'perfectamente' implies a level of perfection that may not have a direct single-word equivalent in English in all contexts.)
In a primary sense, it describes an action or state performed or existing without flaw, error, or defect, meaning perfectly or flawlessly. It can also signify something done to a complete or absolute degree, meaning completely or totally. Beyond these direct equivalents, 'perfectamente' often carries an additional nuance of ideal completion, absolute agreement, or thorough understanding. This deeper implication of perfection, even when translated as 'completely' or 'totally', sometimes makes a single, precise English equivalent difficult, as it implies not just totality but also ideal execution or state.
- Ella habla español perfectamente, sin ningún acento. — She speaks Spanish perfectly, without any accent.
- Entiendo perfectamente lo que me pides. — I completely understand what you're asking me.
- ¡Perfectamente! Mañana nos vemos a la misma hora. — Perfect! We'll see each other at the same time tomorrow.