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    Reconquista (en. Reconquest)

    /rekonˈkista/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Historical movement that culminated in the recovery of the Iberian Peninsula by Christian kingdoms after Muslim domination.
    The Reconquista lasted from the 8th century to the 15th century.
    La Reconquista se extendió desde el siglo VIII hasta el siglo XV.
    Action of recovering something that had been lost.
    The reconquest of his confidence was a long process.
    La reconquista de su confianza fue un proceso largo.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'reconquista', composed of 're-' indicating repetition and 'conquista' meaning to take possession.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    cultural reconquest
    Movements to recover and preserve the culture of a group or nation.
    reconquista cultural
    personal reconquest
    Process of regaining self-esteem or emotional well-being.
    reconquista personal

    Related Words

    conquest
    Action of conquering, taking possession of a place or territory.
    conquista
    restitution
    Action of returning something to its owner or original state.
    restitución
    recovery
    Action of reacquiring or restoring something that had been lost.
    recuperación

    Slang Meanings

    Regaining control over a difficult situation.
    After a time of ups and downs, he made his reconquest at work.
    Después de un tiempo de altibajos, hizo su reconquista en el trabajo.
    Winning back the attention of someone who had distanced themselves.
    He was in his reconquest phase after the breakup.
    Estaba en su fase de reconquista después de la ruptura.