What is the Spanish word for "receive"?

Learn how to say "receive" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

receive

Spanish

recibir

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Alternative translations of "receive"

aceptar
acoger
obtener

Examples of how to use "receive" in Spanish

English
When did you receive the letter?
Spanish
¿Cuándo recibiste la carta?
English
I receive many emails every day.
Spanish
Recibo muchos correos electrónicos todos los días.
English
She received a package yesterday.
Spanish
Ella recibió un paquete ayer.
English
They are receiving guests now.
Spanish
Ahora están recibiendo visitas.
English
He has received your message.
Spanish
Él ha recibido tu mensaje.

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