Recibirla (en. Receive it)
[reθiˈβiɾla]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To endure or accept something offered to you.
She decided to receive it at her home.
Ella decidió recibirla en su casa.
To obtain something that has been awaited or anticipated.
He expects to receive it soon.
Él espera recibirla pronto.
To accept a communication, such as a letter or message.
I was very happy to receive it this morning.
Me alegró mucho recibirla esta mañana.
Etymology
From Latin 'recipere', meaning 'to take back'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
I cannot receive it
Expression indicating that something cannot be accepted.
no puedo recibirla
receive it with pleasure
To accept something with joy or pleasure.
recibirla con gusto
it is important to receive it
Indicates that it is necessary to accept something.
es importante recibirla
Related Words
receive
To take or accept something that is offered.
recibir
receipt
Document that certifies that something has been received.
recibo
reception
The action of receiving something.
recepción
Slang Meanings
To be aware of something that is about to arrive.
I'm ready, just waiting to receive it.
Estoy listo, solo falta recibirla.
To understand or accept a situation.
I had to receive it as part of the deal.
Tuve que recibirla como parte del trato.