Espiritualmente

Espiritualmente is a Spanish adverb formed from the adjective espiritual ("spiritual") plus the suffix -mente, which creates the meaning “in a spiritual way” or “spiritually.” It designates that an action, attitude, or consideration relates to the spirit, the soul, or religious and moral dimensions rather than to the physical or material realm. In sentences it modifies verbs or verbal phrases, as in vivir espiritualmente (to live spiritually), actuar espiritualmente (to act spiritually), or hablar espiritualmente de un tema (to speak of a topic in spiritual terms).

As a grammatical item, espiritualmente functions to express modality or perspective tied to spirituality. It is commonly used in religious, philosophical, or ethical discourse, but also appears in everyday language when speakers want to emphasize inner life, values, or non-material aspects of experience. It is distinct from espiritual, which is an adjective used to describe nouns (por ejemplo, vida espiritual, doctrina espiritual) and does not itself modify verbs.

In translation, espiritualmente corresponds to the English adverb spiritually. Its nuance can range from reverent and solemn to simply non-material or inner-focused, depending on context and regional usage. The term is widely understood in Spanish-speaking communities and appears in religious texts, spiritual writing, and secular discussions about personal growth or ethics.