not quite

not quite(
nat
 
kwayt
)
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. no precisamente
That's not quite what I wanted. Let me explain this to you again.Eso no es precisamente lo que quería. Déjeme explicarle de nuevo.
b. no exactamente
Do the shoes fit? - Not quite.They're a litle big.¿Te quedan bien los zapatos? - No exactamente. Me quedan un poco grande.
c. no completamente
Casey's not quite asleep yet.Casey aún no está completamente dormida.
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