properly

• Adverbio que significa «de manera correcta o adecuada» o «con cuidado y minuciosidad». Se usa para describir acciones realizadas según las reglas, estándares o expectativas.

An adverb meaning "in a correct or appropriate manner" or "thoroughly." It is used to describe actions done according to rules, standards, or expectations.

1. Correctly or appropriatelyA2formal

   In a way that is correct, suitable, or according to rules.

   Correctamente o apropiadamente

   • Please make sure you lock the door properly.
   • She didn't explain the instructions properly.
   • The machine won't work if it isn't installed properly.

   Sinónimosaccuratelyadequatelyappropriatelycorrectlyfittinglyrightrightlysuitably

   Antónimosimproperlyinappropriatelyincorrectlywrongly

2. Completely or thoroughlyB1informalbritish

   In a thorough or complete manner.

   debidamente, a fondo

   • He was properly angry when he heard the news.
   • They properly cleaned the entire house before the guests arrived.
   • I need to properly rest after that long trip.

   Sinónimoscompletelyentirelyfullythoroughlytotally