recibí
“recibí” means “I received” in Spanish (past action).
I received, I gotAlso: I welcomed
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Recibí una carta de mi abuela la semana pasada.
A1I received a letter from my grandmother last week.
Cuando llegué, recibí una gran sorpresa.
A2When I arrived, I got a big surprise.
Recibí el paquete justo a tiempo para la fiesta.
A2I received the package just in time for the party.
Word Connections
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Quick Quiz: recibí
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'recibí' to describe a single action finished yesterday?
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📚 Etymology
The verb *recibir* comes from the Latin word *recipere*, which was formed by combining *re-* (meaning 'back' or 'again') and *capere* (meaning 'to take'). So, the original idea was 'to take back' or 'to take to oneself'.
First recorded: Around the 13th century in Spanish.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'recibí' and 'recibía'?
'Recibí' (preterite) is used for actions you did once and finished, like 'I received a text message.' 'Recibía' (imperfect) is used for ongoing, habitual, or descriptive actions in the past, like 'I used to receive gifts every Christmas.'
Does 'recibí' always mean 'I received'?
Yes, 'recibí' specifically means 'I received' or 'I got.' It is the 'yo' (I) form of the verb 'recibir' in the simple past tense.