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English - Spanish
Receive
rəˈsiv
Extremely common
400 - 500
400 - 500
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
recibir, aceptar, obtener
Receive meanings in Spanish
recibir
Example:
I received a gift from my friend.
Recibí un regalo de mi amigo.
She received an award for her performance.
Ella recibió un premio por su actuación.
Usage: formalContext: General use in formal and informal settings
Note: Commonly used verb to express the action of receiving something.
aceptar
Example:
The company will receive applications until the end of the month.
La empresa aceptará solicitudes hasta fin de mes.
I will receive the terms and conditions before signing the contract.
Aceptaré los términos y condiciones antes de firmar el contrato.
Usage: formalContext: Mainly used in formal contexts such as business or legal settings
Note: Can be used in the sense of accepting or approving something.
obtener
Example:
She received a scholarship for her studies.
Obtuvo una beca para sus estudios.
They will receive the results of the exam next week.
Obtendrán los resultados del examen la próxima semana.
Usage: formalContext: Used in formal contexts to indicate obtaining something
Note: Similar to 'recibir' but emphasizing the act of obtaining or achieving something.
Receive's synonyms
obtain
To obtain something means to acquire or get possession of it.
Example: She obtained a scholarship for her studies.
Note: Obtain often implies actively seeking and acquiring something, whereas receive can be more passive.
get
To get something means to come into possession of it.
Example: I got a present for my birthday.
Note: Get is a more informal synonym for receive, often used in spoken language.
acquire
To acquire something means to gain or develop a new skill, knowledge, or possession.
Example: He acquired a new skill through practice.
Note: Acquire emphasizes the process of gaining something, often through effort or experience.
Receive expressions, common phrases
Receive a warm welcome
To be greeted or accepted in a friendly and hospitable manner.
Example: She received a warm welcome from her colleagues on her first day at work.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the positive and welcoming nature of the reception.
Receive a gift
To be given something as a present or token of appreciation.
Example: He received a beautiful watch as a birthday gift from his friends.
Note: This phrase specifically refers to getting a gift from someone.
Receive an invitation
To be formally asked to attend an event or function.
Example: They received an invitation to the grand opening of the new art gallery.
Note: This phrase implies being formally asked to attend an event, distinguishing it from a general welcome.
Receive a promotion
To be advanced to a higher position or rank in a job or organization.
Example: After years of hard work, she finally received a promotion to a managerial position.
Note: This phrase signifies a positive advancement in one's career or status.
Receive criticism
To be subjected to negative feedback or disapproval.
Example: As a public figure, she often receives criticism from the media.
Note: This phrase highlights the negative aspect of receiving feedback or comments.
Receive a call
To answer or be the recipient of a telephone call.
Example: She received a call from her best friend inviting her to a weekend getaway.
Note: This phrase specifically refers to answering or being the recipient of a phone call.
Receive a diploma
To be awarded an official document as a recognition of completing a course of study.
Example: He received his diploma at the graduation ceremony, marking the end of his academic journey.
Note: This phrase signifies the formal recognition of completing an academic program.
Receive everyday (slang) expressions
Pick up
Pick up is used to mean receiving something, often in the context of physically obtaining an item that has been delivered or is ready to be collected.
Example: Can you pick up the package for me?
Note: Pick up implies physically collecting something, while 'receive' is more general.
Grab
Grab is a casual way of saying 'receive' or 'take' something.
Example: I'll grab the files from the office tomorrow.
Note: Grab is more informal and often used in quick, informal exchanges.
Score
Score is used informally to mean 'obtain' or 'receive' something desirable or unexpected.
Example: I scored some free tickets to the concert!
Note: Score is colloquial and conveys excitement or luck associated with receiving something.
Bag
Bag is slang for 'obtain' or 'secure,' often used for capturing an opportunity or receiving something coveted.
Example: She managed to bag the last seat on the flight.
Note: Bag is informal and commonly used in contexts where one has successfully acquired something.
Snag
Snag is used informally to mean 'find' or 'get hold of' something, usually something of value or benefit.
Example: I managed to snag a great deal on this jacket.
Note: Snag implies catching something unexpectedly or with little effort, often in a lucky or advantageous manner.
Nab
Nab is slang for 'get' or 'capture' something, usually in a competitive or quick manner.
Example: He managed to nab a seat in the front row.
Note: Nab has a connotation of seizing or obtaining something swiftly and decisively.
Receive - Examples
I will receive a package tomorrow.
Recibiré un paquete mañana.
She received a warm welcome from her colleagues.
Ella recibió una cálida bienvenida de sus colegas.
The athlete will receive a gold medal for his performance.
El atleta recibirá una medalla de oro por su actuación.
Receive grammar
Receive - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: receive
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): received
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): receiving
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): receives
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): receive
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): receive
Syllables, Separation and Stress
receive Contains 2 syllables: re • ceive
Phonetic transcription: ri-ˈsēv
re ceive , ri ˈsēv (The red syllable is stressed)
Receive - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
receive: 400 - 500 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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