This is the 11877th most frequent Portuguese word.
propriamente
"Properly" or "exactly" depending on context.
The word 'propriamente' is used here to mean 'exactly', emphasizing that the subject might have some level of difficulty.
Este assunto não é propriamente fácil.
This subject is not exactly easy.
The word 'propriamente' in this context conveys the idea of 'directly', showing that the conversation wasn't directly centered around the main topic.
Ele não falou propriamente sobre o tema principal.
He didn't speak directly about the main topic.
Here, 'propriamente' means 'strictly', used to indicate a precise or formal manner of explanation.