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ligeramente

adverb

  1. 1. slightly, a little

    to a small degree or with low intensity

    Common combinations

    • ligeramente diferente — slightly different
    • ligeramente superior — slightly higher
    • ligeramente inferior — slightly lower
    • La temperatura bajó ligeramente.The temperature dropped slightly.
    • El vestido está ligeramente manchado.The dress is slightly stained.
    • La puerta quedó ligeramente abierta.The door was left slightly open.

  2. 2. lightly, gently

    without force, softly or carefully

    Common combinations

    • tocar ligeramente — touch lightly
    • moverse ligeramente — move gently
    • inclinarse ligeramente — lean slightly
    • Tocó ligeramente la superficie.He touched the surface lightly.
    • El viento movía ligeramente las hojas.The wind gently moved the leaves.
    • El barco se balanceaba ligeramente.The boat was rocking slightly.

Same root

ligero