cobro
“cobro” means “collection” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
collection, payment
Also: cashing, charging
📝 In Action
El cobro del alquiler se realiza el primer día del mes.
A2The rent collection takes place on the first day of the month.
Se aceptan diferentes medios de cobro, como tarjeta o efectivo.
B1Different methods of payment are accepted, such as card or cash.
Hubo un error en el cobro de mi factura telefónica.
B1There was an error in the charging of my phone bill.
I charge, I collect
Also: I earn, I cash
📝 In Action
Yo cobro cincuenta euros por hora.
A1I charge fifty euros per hour.
Normalmente cobro mi sueldo los viernes.
A2I usually get my salary on Fridays.
Si voy al banco ahora, cobro el cheque de inmediato.
B1If I go to the bank now, I cash the check immediately.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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Words that translate to "cobro" in Spanish:
cashing→charging→collection→i cash→i charge→i collect→i earn→payment→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: cobro
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
Derived from the Spanish verb 'cobrar', which comes from the Latin word 'recuperare', meaning 'to get back' or 'recover'.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'cobro' and 'pago'?
They are opposites. 'Cobro' is when money comes in to you; 'pago' is when money goes out from you.
Does 'cobro' mean a snake?
No. The snake is a 'cobra' (with an 'a'). 'Cobro' always refers to money or charging.
Is 'cobro' used in Spain or Latin America?
It is used in all Spanish-speaking countries to refer to collecting money or cashing checks.