definitivamente
/definiˌtibaˈmente/
In Spanish, "definitely" is translated as definitivamente.
definitivamente is used as an adverb to provide an emphatic affirmative answer or to express the meaning of "of course".
Meaning: An emphatic affirmative answer, of course (adv)
Which one should you use?
While definitivamente is used for emphasis, native speakers often use sin duda as a more natural way to express "definitely" or "certainly" during conversation.
How do you pronounce it?
/definiˌtibaˈmente/
Did you know?
- The suffix -mente used in definitivamente is derived from the Latin word mente, meaning 'mind'. This means that Spanish adverbs literally describe how something is done 'with the mind'.
- While it translates to 'definitely', the word definitivamente in Spanish often carries a connotation of 'finally' or 'at last' in certain contexts.
- If you want to say 'definitely not', Spanish speakers often avoid definitivamente no and instead use para nada or de ninguna manera. These phrases are more culturally common for expressing absolute negation.
Examples in context
- Definitivamente creo que sí.I definitely think so.This sentence is useful for expressing a definitive opinion using definitivamente.Tatoeba #6629532 by Schuager, translation #4499877 by CK
- Él definitivamente no vendrá.He's definitely not coming.This sentence shows how to use definitivamente to negate a future action.Tatoeba #1614556 by marcelostockle, translation #530065 by wma
- Fue definitivamente un engaño.It was definitely a hoax.This sentence demonstrates using definitivamente to identify a specific situation.Tatoeba #5244856 by albrusgher, translation #3823812 by CK
- El análisis exhaustivo de los datos apoya sin lugar a dudas la teoría presentada.The thorough data analysis definitely supports the presented theory.
- Ciertamente, su contribución ha sido fundamental para el éxito del proyecto.Definitely, your contribution has been crucial for the project's success.
- ¡Nos vemos mañana a las 7 en punto, sin falta!We'll see each other tomorrow at 7 sharp, for sure!
- ¿Puedo contar contigo para la cena de mañana? – ¡Por supuesto, sin duda alguna!Can I count on you for dinner tomorrow? – Of course, without a doubt!
- ¿Quieres ir al concierto esta noche? – ¡Claro que sí! Me encantaría.Do you want to go to the concert tonight? – Definitely! I'd love to.
- ¿Vas a venir a la fiesta? – Desde luego, no me la perdería por nada del mundo.Are you coming to the party? – Definitely, I wouldn't miss it for anything in the world.
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Example conversation
Mateo and María are planning a dinner outing.
- Mateo¿Quieres ir al restaurante nuevo hoy?Do you want to go to the new restaurant today?
- María¡Definitivamente! Me han dicho que es genial.Definitely! I've been told it's great.
- Mateo¿Reservamos una mesa para las ocho?Shall we book a table for eight?
- MaríaSí, hazlo ahora mismo.Yes, do it right now.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry definitivamente, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries definitivamente, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
