Usage Note
Originariamente is a long but common adverb meaning 'originally' or 'at first'. It is preferred over in origine in formal written Italian and often marks a contrast with how something later evolved.
Examples
"L'edificio era originariamente una chiesa."
Natural Translation
The building was originally a church.

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