curiosamente
/kuɾjosamente/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'interestingly enough' is expressed in Spanish as curiosamente.
The Spanish adverb curiosamente is used to introduce a fact that is surprising, unexpected or noteworthy, performing the same function as the English phrase 'interestingly enough'.
Which one should you use?
While curiosamente is a direct adverb, you can also use the more descriptive phrase lo que es curioso (what is curious) to introduce a surprising fact.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, the phrase Resulta curioso que is commonly used and translates to 'it's curious that'.
How does it change in a sentence?
As an adverb, curiosamente is invariable, meaning it does not change its ending to match gender or number.
How do you pronounce it?
/kuɾjosamente/
Did you know?
- In some Spanish contexts, curioso can be used as a noun to describe a 'rubbernecker' or a spectator who gathers to watch a street accident.
- While curiosamente means 'interestingly', the adjective curioso is the standard way to call someone 'nosy' if they pry into others' business.
- The suffix -mente in curiosamente is a linguistic relative of the Latin word mēns, meaning 'mind'.
Examples in context
- Curiosamente, la investigación reveló resultados inesperados.Interestingly, the research revealed unexpected results.
- Curiosamente, no me gusta la comida picante.Interestingly enough, I don't like spicy food.
- Curiosamente, el examen fue muy fácil.Interestingly enough, the exam was very easy.
- Ella, curiosamente, prefiere trabajar por la noche.She, interestingly enough, prefers to work at night.
Example conversation
María and Mateo are discussing a new colleague at work.
- María¿Sabes algo sobre el nuevo empleado?Do you know anything about the new employee?
- MateoCuriosamente, él ya trabajó en esta empresa antes.Interestingly enough, he has worked at this company before.
- María¡Qué sorpresa! No lo sabía.What a surprise! I didn't know that.
- MateoSí, es un caso muy extraño.Yes, it is a very strange case.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries curiosamente, CC BY-SA 4.0.
