French word

pertinemment

Pronunciation

IPA/pɛʁtinamɑ̃/

Meaning

  • adverbappropriately

Example

Il a répondu pertinemment à la question.

He answered the question appropriately.

Illustration for pertinemment (appropriately)

More examples

Il a pertinemment dit son avis.

He pertinently stated his opinion.

Core concept

A remark that lands exactly on the point under discussion.

Common phrases

  • dire pertinemment

    say ___ pertinently

  • faire remarquer pertinemment

    point out pertinently

Similar words

juste: In a way that is correct and appropriate.
à propos: In a way that naturally suits the situation or topic.
justement: In a way that shows an opinion or fact fits exactly.

Definition in French

D'une manière qui répond précisément au propos et montre la pertinence d'une remarque ou d'une réponse.

Word origin

French pertinemment derives from the adjective pertinent with the adverbial suffix -ment; pertinent comes from Latin pertinere, 'to concern or be relevant'.

Usage tips

  • Pertinemment has a formal or polished register, while everyday speech often uses à propos or de manière pertinente instead.

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