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bruscamente

abruptly

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Usage Note

Bruscamente derives from brusco (blunt, abrupt) and functions as a manner adverb. It typically modifies verbs of motion or speech: se levantó bruscamente (he stood up abruptly), respondió bruscamente (she replied curtly). Learners should not confuse it with repentinamente ('suddenly'), which stresses unexpectedness rather than harshness of manner.

Examples

"Se detuvo bruscamente en la puerta."

Natural Translation

He stopped abruptly at the door.

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