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proprio — meaning in English

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English meaning

proper adj Right, fitting, or appropriate for a given purpose or situation.

Senses

proprio is used for these senses in English:

proper Suited or acceptable to the purpose or circumstances; fit, suitable. [13th c.]
proper Following the established standards of behavior or manners; correct or decorous. [18th c.]

proper — full definition

adj Right, fitting, or appropriate for a given purpose or situation.
adj Following accepted standards of behaviour or manners; correct and decorous.
adj Belonging specifically and exclusively to a particular person or thing; used especially in "proper noun" for the name of a specific person, place, or thing.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Spanish words

adecuado conveniente preciso propio