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figuratively in Spanish

figuratively in Spanish is en sentido figurado, figuradamente, figurativamente — figuratively means in a symbolic or metaphorical way, rather than exactly as the words state.

figuratively in Spanish

en sentido figurado
adv
(manner) In a figurative manner.
figuradamente
adv
(manner) In a figurative manner.
figurativamente
adv
(manner) In a figurative manner.

What does "figuratively" mean?

  1. adv In a symbolic or metaphorical way, rather than exactly as the words state.
    "She was, figuratively speaking, on top of the world after the win."
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figuratively in a sentence

  • She was, figuratively speaking, on top of the world after the win.

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What is "figuratively" in Spanish?

"figuratively" in Spanish is en sentido figurado, figuradamente, figurativamente. figuratively means: In a symbolic or metaphorical way, rather than exactly as the words state.

How do you use "figuratively" in a sentence?

Example: "She was, figuratively speaking, on top of the world after the win." In Spanish, "figuratively" is en sentido figurado, figuradamente, figurativamente.

Are there other ways to say "figuratively" in Spanish?

Yes — Spanish has 3 translations listed for "figuratively": en sentido figurado, figuradamente, figurativamente.

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