What does "recién" mean in English?

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Spanish

recién

English

just

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Alternative translations of "recién"

recently
newly
only just
freshly

Examples of how to use "recién" in Spanish

Spanish
Acabo de hablar con el recién llegado.
English
I just spoke with the newcomer.
Spanish
Llegué recién a casa.
English
I just arrived home.
Spanish
El bebé recién nació.
English
The baby was born just now.
Spanish
Nos conocimos recién ayer.
English
We just met yesterday.
Spanish
La película recién empieza.
English
The movie is just starting.

Learning tip: Pay attention to how the word "recién" is used in different contexts. This will help you understand when and how to use it naturally in Spanish.

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Acabo de hablar con el recién llegado.

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