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recurso

re-KUR-so/reˈkuɾso/

“recurso” means “resource” in Spanish (Something you can use to help you achieve a goal).

resource

Also: recourse, appeal
NounmA2
A bright red toolbox filled with tools like a hammer and a wrench sitting on a wooden workbench.

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El agua es un recurso muy importante.

A2

Water is a very important resource.

No tengo recursos para comprar un coche nuevo.

A2

I don't have the resources to buy a new car.

El gobierno debe invertir más recursos en educación.

B1

The government should invest more resources in education.

Presenté un recurso contra la decisión del juez.

B1

I filed an appeal against the judge's decision.

Si no estás satisfecho, tienes derecho a interponer un recurso.

B2

If you're not satisfied, you have the right to file an appeal.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • carencia (lack, shortage)
  • penuria (hardship, scarcity)

Common Collocations

  • recursos naturales – natural resources
  • recursos humanos – human resources
  • recursos económicos – financial resources
  • recursos hídricos – water resources
  • recurso de apelación – appeal (legal)
  • recurso extraordinario – extraordinary appeal

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "recurso" in Spanish:

appeal→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: recurso

Question 1 of 3

Which sentence correctly uses 'recurso' to mean 'legal appeal'?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼
recurrir(to resort to, to appeal (verb)) — Verb
recurrido(appellee, respondent (legal)) — Noun
recurrente(recurring, appellant) — Adjective
🎵 Rhymes▼
📚 Etymology▼

From Latin 'recursus' meaning 'a running back' or 'return,' from the verb 'recurrere' (to run back). The idea is of something you can 'return to' or 'turn to' when you need help.

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

Portuguese: recursoItalian: risorsa (actually from related form)French: recours

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between 'recurso' and 'remedio'?

Both can mean 'solution' or 'way out,' but 'remedio' often implies a solution to a problem or illness ('un remedio casero' = a home remedy). 'Recurso' emphasizes something you can use or draw upon, especially resources in the broader sense.

Can 'recurso' be used in the plural?

Yes! 'Recursos' is very common and means 'resources' in general - money, materials, or help available to you. 'No tengo recursos' = 'I have no resources/means.'

Is 'recurso' only used in formal contexts?

No, 'recursos' (plural) is very common in everyday speech when talking about money or means: 'No me alcanza, no tengo recursos' (I can't afford it, I don't have the resources). The legal meaning of 'appeal' is more formal.