Meaning
expressly, specifically
- in an explicit, unambiguous, or clearly stated manner
- with a specific, designated purpose
In a sentence
Il regolamento vieta espressamente l'uso degli smartphone durante la prova.
The regulations expressly forbid the use of smartphones during the exam.
Questo documento è stato preparato espressamente per la commissione.
This document was prepared expressly for the committee.
Non era stato espressamente concordato nel contratto iniziale?
Hadn't it been expressly agreed in the initial contract?
Usage notes
- Formal: common in written Italian, administrative language, and legal texts.
- Forms often with verbs like 'richiedere', 'vietare', or 'prevedere'.