Totalmente

Totalmente is an adverb used in Spanish and Portuguese to express a high degree of completeness or totality. It translates as “completely,” “totally,” or “utterly” and can modify adjectives, verbs, or entire clauses. The form comes from the adjective total, with the derivational suffix -mente, a common pattern for turning adjectives into adverbs in both languages.

In Spanish, totalmente is widespread in speech and writing: for example, “Estoy totalmente de acuerdo” (I completely agree) or “La casa quedó totalmente destruida” (The house was totally destroyed). It is often interchangeable with “completamente” or “enteramente,” though it can carry a slightly stronger emphasis or a more informal tone depending on context. It can appear in negated or nuanced statements, such as “no totalmente correcto,” where the degree of certainty is being moderated.

In Portuguese, the word functions similarly: “Estou totalmente de acordo” (I am completely in agreement) or “O projeto está totalmente pronto” (The project is completely ready). It coexists with “completamente” and “inteiramente,” and in many contexts is a natural, emphatic choice. Portuguese speakers may also say “totalmente diferente” or “totalmente de acordo” to convey strong certainty or contrast.

Across both languages, totalmente is a versatile intensifier used in formal and informal contexts. Its English equivalents are typically “completely” or “totally.”