recurrente
“recurrente” means “recurring” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
recurring
Also: recurrent, repeated
📝 In Action
Tengo un sueño recurrente en el que puedo volar.
A2I have a recurring dream where I can fly.
La falta de personal es un problema recurrente en esta oficina.
B1The lack of staff is a recurring problem in this office.
Es un tema recurrente en las películas de este director.
B2It is a recurring theme in this director's movies.
appellant
Also: petitioner
📝 In Action
El recurrente solicitó una revisión de la sentencia.
C1The appellant requested a review of the sentence.
La abogada de la recurrente presentó nuevas pruebas.
C1The petitioner's lawyer (female) presented new evidence.
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Quick Quiz: recurrente
Question 1 of 3
Which of these is a 'gasto recurrente'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin 'recurrentem', which literally means 'running back'. It is formed by 're-' (again) and 'currere' (to run).
First recorded: 15th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'frecuente' and 'recurrente'?
'Frecuente' means something happens often, while 'recurrente' implies it happens in a repeating pattern or keeps coming back.
Can I use 'recurrente' for people?
As an adjective, it usually describes things or situations (like problems or themes). As a noun, it only refers to someone in a legal court case.
Is it a common word?
Yes, especially in work meetings, news reports, and medicine (to describe symptoms that return).