recursos
/reh-KOOR-sos/
resources
Recursos as "resources" refers to general materials or assets.
recursos(noun)
resources
?General materials, funds, or assets
,funds
?Money available for use
assets
?Financial or natural wealth
📝 In Action
Necesitamos más recursos para terminar el proyecto a tiempo.
A2We need more resources to finish the project on time.
Los recursos naturales del país son muy valiosos.
B1The country's natural resources are very valuable.
La escuela no tiene suficientes recursos económicos.
A1The school doesn't have enough financial resources (funds).
💡 Grammar Points
Always Plural
In this context, 'recursos' is almost always used in the plural when referring to general assets or funds.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing 'Recurso' and 'Recursos'
Mistake: "Using 'recurso' (singular) when talking about multiple funds or general assets."
Correction: Use 'recursos' (plural) when talking about resources in general, like money or materials.
⭐ Usage Tips
Financial Talk
Use 'recursos económicos' when you specifically mean money or budget.
Recursos as "means" describes the methods or ways available to solve a problem.
recursos(noun)
means
?Ways or methods to solve a problem
,devices
?Rhetorical or literary tools
expedient
?A convenient way of achieving something
📝 In Action
El orador usó varios recursos estilísticos para captar la atención.
B2The speaker used various stylistic devices (means) to capture attention.
No tenemos los recursos técnicos necesarios para esa reparación.
B2We don't have the necessary technical means (or tools) for that repair.
Su mayor recurso es su habilidad para improvisar.
C1His greatest resource (or asset/skill) is his ability to improvise.
💡 Grammar Points
Singular vs. Plural
When talking about a specific skill or tool, you might use the singular 'recurso' (e.g., 'su único recurso era correr' - his only resource was to run).
⭐ Usage Tips
Problem Solving
Use 'recursos' when discussing the 'ways and means' someone has to overcome a challenge.
Recursos can also mean "appeal," referring to a formal request to change a decision.
recursos(noun)
appeal
?A formal request to change a decision
,recourse
?A legal option or remedy
petition
?Formal written request
📝 In Action
Presentaron un recurso ante el Tribunal Supremo.
C1They filed an appeal with the Supreme Court.
El abogado dijo que no había más recursos disponibles.
C2The lawyer said there were no more appeals (or legal recourses) available.
💡 Grammar Points
Verb Partner
This meaning usually pairs with verbs like 'presentar' (to file), 'interponer' (to lodge), or 'denegar' (to deny).
⭐ Usage Tips
Formal Context
Only use 'recurso' in this sense when talking about legal, governmental, or formal administrative procedures.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: recursos
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'recursos' to mean 'a legal challenge' rather than 'money or supplies'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'recursos' masculine or feminine?
'Recursos' is a masculine plural noun. You would use masculine words with it, like 'los recursos' (the resources) and 'pocos recursos' (few resources).
How is 'recursos humanos' related to the word?
'Recursos humanos' (Human Resources) is a direct application of the main meaning, referring to the 'assets' or 'personnel' available to a company.