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    Recoge (en. Collects)

    /reˈko.xe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To take something that has been dropped or that is on the ground.
    He picks up the pencil that fell.
    Él recoge el lápiz que se le cayó.
    To gather or collect things that are scattered.
    The lady is picking flowers in the garden.
    La señora recoge flores en el jardín.
    To acquire something that has been previously delivered.
    She picks up her package at the post office.
    Ella recoge su paquete en la oficina de correos.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'recolligere', which means 'to gather again'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    pick up the cable
    It is used to indicate that someone should take the cable they have left in disarray.
    recoge el cable
    gather your things
    Instruction for someone to gather their belongings.
    recoge tus cosas
    you reap what you sow
    Expression that indicates that actions have consequences.
    recoge lo que siembras

    Related Words

    recoger
    Verb from which 'recoge' derives, meaning to take or gather something.
    recoger
    coger
    To take something from a place.
    coger
    juntar
    To gather things or people in one place.
    juntar

    Slang Meanings

    To pick something up in poor condition.
    That car is very damaged; you will have to tow it.
    Ese coche está muy dañado, tendrás que recogerlo con una grúa.
    To do an action quickly or improvised.
    I had to grab my things before running away.
    Tuve que recoger mis cosas antes de salir corriendo.