Translation of Italian word "gravemente" to English
gravemente
/gra.veˈmen.te/
How to use
The Italian adverb 'gravemente' means 'severely, seriously' (Seriously, severely). It is used to modify verbs, adjectives, or entire clauses. Unlike in English, the Italian adverb 'gravemente' rarely splits a verb phrase — it typically goes before or after the entire verbal group.
🇬🇧 English
severely, seriously
Example
Il guidatore è rimasto gravemente ferito nello scontro.
The driver was severely injured in the collision.
L'inquinamento danneggia gravemente gli ecosistemi marini.
Pollution severely damages marine ecosystems.
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- Il guidatore è rimasto gravemente ferito nello scontro.— The driver was severely injured in the collision.
- L'inquinamento danneggia gravemente gli ecosistemi marini.— Pollution severely damages marine ecosystems.
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What does the Italian word "gravemente" mean?▼
The Italian word "gravemente" means "severely, seriously" in English.
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