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This word may also be spelled "unbeknownst."
unbeknown
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
1. (literary) (general)
A word or phrase restricted in usage to literature or established writing (e.g., sex, once upon a time).
a. no direct translation
The following examples show ways to translate this word or phrase without using a direct equivalent.
Unbeknown to his associates, he'd sold most of his shares.Sin el conocimiento de sus socios, había vendido la mayoría de sus acciones.
Unbeknown to me, my parents had arranged my marriage.Sin yo saberlo, mis padres habían concertado mi matrimonio.
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