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Receive

rəˈsiv
Extreem Veelvoorkomend
400 - 500
400 - 500
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Receive -

to receive something given or sent

Voorbeeld: I received a package from my friend yesterday.
Gebruik: formalContext: professional settings, official communications
Opmerking: Commonly used in written and spoken formal contexts to indicate the act of getting something from someone or somewhere.

to accept or welcome something

Voorbeeld: She received the award with gratitude.
Gebruik: formalContext: ceremonial events, formal occasions
Opmerking: This usage implies a sense of acknowledgment and appreciation for something received, often in a public or formal setting.

to experience or be subjected to something

Voorbeeld: He received a warm welcome from the audience.
Gebruik: formal/informalContext: social gatherings, events
Opmerking: Can be used in both formal and informal contexts to describe the reception or treatment one gets from others.

to perceive or accept information or ideas

Voorbeeld: The students received valuable feedback on their essays.
Gebruik: formalContext: educational settings, professional feedback
Opmerking: Often used in educational and professional contexts to indicate the acceptance or understanding of information or feedback.

Synoniemen van Receive

obtain

To obtain something means to acquire or get possession of it.
Voorbeeld: She obtained a scholarship for her studies.
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: I got a present for my birthday.
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: He acquired a new skill through practice.
Opmerking: Acquire emphasizes the process of gaining something, often through effort or experience.

Uitdrukkingen en veelvoorkomende zinsdelen van Receive

Receive a warm welcome

To be greeted or accepted in a friendly and hospitable manner.
Voorbeeld: She received a warm welcome from her colleagues on her first day at work.
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: He received a beautiful watch as a birthday gift from his friends.
Opmerking: This phrase specifically refers to getting a gift from someone.

Receive an invitation

To be formally asked to attend an event or function.
Voorbeeld: They received an invitation to the grand opening of the new art gallery.
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: After years of hard work, she finally received a promotion to a managerial position.
Opmerking: This phrase signifies a positive advancement in one's career or status.

Receive criticism

To be subjected to negative feedback or disapproval.
Voorbeeld: As a public figure, she often receives criticism from the media.
Opmerking: This phrase highlights the negative aspect of receiving feedback or comments.

Receive a call

To answer or be the recipient of a telephone call.
Voorbeeld: She received a call from her best friend inviting her to a weekend getaway.
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: He received his diploma at the graduation ceremony, marking the end of his academic journey.
Opmerking: This phrase signifies the formal recognition of completing an academic program.

Dagelijkse (slang) uitdrukkingen van Receive

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.
Voorbeeld: Can you pick up the package for me?
Opmerking: Pick up implies physically collecting something, while 'receive' is more general.

Grab

Grab is a casual way of saying 'receive' or 'take' something.
Voorbeeld: I'll grab the files from the office tomorrow.
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: I scored some free tickets to the concert!
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: She managed to bag the last seat on the flight.
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: I managed to snag a great deal on this jacket.
Opmerking: 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.
Voorbeeld: He managed to nab a seat in the front row.
Opmerking: Nab has a connotation of seizing or obtaining something swiftly and decisively.

Receive - Voorbeelden

I will receive a package tomorrow.
She received a warm welcome from her colleagues.
The athlete will receive a gold medal for his performance.

Grammatica van Receive

Receive - Werkwoord (Verb) / Werkwoord, basisvorm (Verb, base form)
Lemma: receive
Vervoegingen
Werkwoord, verleden tijd (Verb, past tense): received
Werkwoord, gerundium of tegenwoordig deelwoord (Verb, gerund or present participle): receiving
Werkwoord, 3e persoon enkelvoud tegenwoordige tijd (Verb, 3rd person singular present): receives
Werkwoord, basisvorm (Verb, base form): receive
Werkwoord, tegenwoordige tijd niet 3e persoon enkelvoud (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): receive
Lettergrepen, Woordafbreking en Klemtoon
receive bevat 2 lettergrepen: re • ceive
Fonetische transcriptie: ri-ˈsēv
re ceive , ri ˈsēv (De rode lettergreep is benadrukt)

Receive - Belangrijkheid en gebruiksfrequentie

De frequentie- en belangrijkheidsindex van woorden geeft aan hoe vaak een woord in een bepaalde taal voorkomt. Hoe kleiner het getal, hoe vaker het woord wordt gebruikt. De meest gebruikte woorden variëren meestal van ongeveer 1 tot 4000.
receive: 400 - 500 (Extreem Veelvoorkomend).
Deze belangrijkheidsindex helpt je te focussen op de meest nuttige woorden tijdens je taal leerproces.
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