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correctamente

correctly

adverb koh-rrek-tah-MEN-teh Rare
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Also means

properly

Usage Note

Correctamente describes an action done in the right or proper way. It is widely used in instructions, error messages, and assessments (el formulario no se rellenó correctamente = the form was not filled out correctly). It is more formal than bien (well) and implies conformity to a standard or rule rather than mere quality.

Examples

"Debes pronunciar las palabras correctamente."

Natural Translation

You must pronounce the words correctly.

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