apropos

• Describe algo que resulta muy oportuno o pertinente en una situación concreta; que viene al caso o se ajusta adecuadamente al tema o momento.

Describes something that is very appropriate to a particular situation.

1. Relevant or appropriateC1formal

   Of a suitable or pertinent nature; fitting the situation.

   pertinente, apropiado

   • Her comment was quite apropos to the discussion.
   • The speaker's anecdote was apropos and well-received.
   • His advice was particularly apropos given the circumstances.

   Sinónimosapplicableappositeappropriateaptfittinggermanepertinentrelevantsuitable

   Antónimosinappropriateinaptirrelevantunsuitable

2. Timely or opportuneC1formal

   Happening at a favorable or suitable moment.

   Oportuno

   • The arrival of the funds was apropos, just before the deadline.
   • Her suggestion came at an apropos moment during the meeting.
   • The rain stopped apropos for the outdoor ceremony.

   Sinónimosappropriateaptopportuneseasonabletimelywell timed

   Antónimosinappropriateinopportuneunsuitableuntimely

3. Introducing a new topicC2formal

   Used to introduce a different subject or to indicate that something is relevant to the current conversation.

   A propósito

   • Apropos of nothing, he mentioned his vacation plans.
   • Apropos your earlier question, I have found the answer.
   • Apropos the budget, we need to discuss the new expenses.

   Sinónimosby the wayconcerningincidentally

• Adverbio que significa 'a propósito de' o 'en relación con', usado a menudo para introducir un tema o comentario relevante. También puede significar 'por cierto' o 'oportunamente' según el contexto.

An adverb meaning 'with reference to' or 'concerning,' often used to introduce a relevant topic or comment. It can also mean 'appropriately' or 'opportunely' in context.

1. Relevantly or pertinentlyC1formal

   In a way that is appropriate or relevant to the current situation or subject.

   A propósito

   • His comment was apropos to the discussion about climate change.
   • She spoke apropos, addressing the main concerns of the audience.
   • The example he gave was particularly apropos to the argument.

   Sinónimosappropriatelyaptlyfittinglypertinentlyrelevantlysuitably

   Antónimosimpertinentlyinappropriatelyirrelevantly

2. At an opportune momentC1formal

   Happening at a suitable or timely moment.

   en el momento oportuno

   • The rain stopped apropos, just as we were about to leave.
   • Her arrival was apropos, as we needed her expertise immediately.
   • The funding came apropos, saving the project from cancellation.

   Sinónimosconvenientlyopportunelyseasonablytimely

   Antónimosinopportunelyunseasonablyuntimely

3. Introducing a new topicC2formal

   Used to introduce a different or related topic; by the way.

   a propósito

   • Apropos, have you heard about the new policy changes?
   • Apropos of nothing, she mentioned her vacation plans.
   • Apropos, I think we should discuss the budget next.

   Sinónimosby the wayincidentally

   Antónimosinappropriatelyirrelevantly

• Preposición tomada del francés, usada en contextos formales y académicos para indicar relación, referencia o pertinencia con respecto a un tema, persona o asunto previamente mencionado; significa «con respecto a», «en cuanto a» o «en relación con»; se usa a menudo en la forma «apropos of».

A preposition borrowed from French, used in formal and academic contexts to indicate a connection, reference, or relevance to a previously mentioned topic, person, or thing — meaning 'with regard to', 'concerning', or 'in connection with'; often appears as 'apropos of'.

1. With regard to; concerning (reference to a topic)C2formalbusiness

   Used to introduce a remark, question, or statement that is connected to or relevant to something just mentioned; predominantly found in formal, academic, diplomatic, or literary discourse.

   con respecto a

   • Apropos what you said yesterday, I think you made the right decision.
   • Apropos the proposed changes, I think more information is needed.
   • I had an email from Sally yesterday — apropos of which, did you send her that article?

2. In connection with; related to (thematic relevance)C2formalpolitical

   Indicates that something is thematically linked, pertinent, or appropriate to a subject under discussion; formal usage, sometimes appearing in the fixed phrase 'apropos of'.

   en relación con; a propósito de

   • Apropos of nothing, have you heard the latest news?
   • He made a comment apropos the new regulations.
   • Research findings apropos climate policy were presented at the conference.