devuelva
“devuelva” means “return / give back” in Spanish (giving an object back to its owner).
return / give back
Also: refund, vomit
📝 In Action
Espero que él me devuelva el libro mañana.
B1I hope he returns the book to me tomorrow.
Por favor, devuelva este producto en la caja central.
A2Please, return (formal 'you') this product at the main counter.
Dudo que la tienda me devuelva el dinero.
B1I doubt the store will give me my money back.
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Preterite
Imperfect
Present
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Quick Quiz: devuelva
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'devuelva' correctly as a formal request?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
From Latin 'de-' (back) and 'volvere' (to roll). Literally meaning 'to roll something back' to its original place.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'devuelve' and 'devuelva'?
'Devuelve' is a simple statement (He returns the book). 'Devuelva' is used for formal commands or when expressing a wish, doubt, or request (I want him to return the book).
Can I use 'devuelva' for returning a person to their home?
No. Use 'devolver' for objects. For people going back somewhere, use 'volver'.