Recoges (en. You pick up)

/re.ko.ɣes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To take something that has been left or fallen.
You pick up the books from the floor.
Recoges los libros del suelo.
To gather or group things together.
You gather the autumn leaves to make a decoration.
Recoges las hojas de otoño para hacer una decoración.
To accept or admit something.
You take constructive criticism from your peers.
Recoges la crítica constructiva de tus compañeros.

Etymology

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

Common Phrases and Expressions

you gather the harvest
You collect the cultivated fruits.
recoges la cosecha
you reap what you sow
The results depend on your actions.
recoges lo que siembras

Related Words

to gather
Base verb meaning to take or gather something.
recoger
collection
Noun that refers to the act of gathering.
recogida
harvesting
Act of gathering agricultural products.
recolección

Slang Meanings

To pick something up quickly.
I ran out and collected my things in a flash.
Salí corriendo y recogí las cosas en un santiamén.
To gather information or news.
I'm going to gather some gossip about the party.
Voy a recoger algunos chismes sobre la fiesta.