seriously

• Adverbio que significa 'de manera seria' o 'en un grado serio o significativo'. Se usa para indicar que algo se hace con intención sincera, importancia o grado considerable. También puede usarse como marcador discursivo para expresar incredulidad o enfatizar la verdad de una afirmación.

An adverb meaning 'in a serious manner' or 'to a serious extent.' It is used to indicate that something is done with sincere intent, gravity, or significant degree. It can also be used as a discourse marker to express disbelief or to emphasize the truth of a statement.

1. In a serious mannerA2formal

   In a way that shows deep thought, sincerity, or importance.

   De manera seria

   • He spoke seriously about the future of the company.
   • She looked at him seriously before answering.
   • The doctor seriously advised him to quit smoking.

   Sinónimosearnestlygravelysincerelysoberlysolemnlythoughtfully

   Antónimosfacetiouslyflippantlyfrivolouslyjokinglyplayfully

2. To a great extentB1informal

   Used to emphasize the degree or intensity of something.

   En gran medida

   • I am seriously tired after that long hike.
   • She is seriously talented at playing the piano.
   • The movie was seriously funny.

   Sinónimosawfullyexceedinglyextremelyhighlyimmenselyprofoundlyreallyterriblytrulyvastlyvery

3. Expressing disbelief or emphasisB1informal

   Used to express that something is true or to emphasize a statement.

   En serio

   • Seriously, you have to see this!
   • Are you seriously going to eat all that?
   • Seriously, I can't believe he did that.

   Sinónimosgenuinelyhonestlyindeedliterallyreallytruly