rehabilitación
“rehabilitación” means “rehabilitation” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
rehabilitation, therapy
Also: recovery
📝 In Action
Después de la cirugía, comenzó su programa de rehabilitación física.
B1After the surgery, he started his physical rehabilitation program.
Necesita un centro de rehabilitación para superar su adicción.
B2She needs a rehabilitation center to overcome her addiction.
restoration, renovation
Also: renewal
📝 In Action
El ayuntamiento aprobó el proyecto de rehabilitación de la plaza principal.
B2The city council approved the project for the restoration of the main square.
La rehabilitación del antiguo teatro duró cinco años.
C1The renovation of the old theater lasted five years.
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Words that translate to "rehabilitación" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: rehabilitación
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'rehabilitación' in the context of architecture?
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The word comes from the Latin prefix 're-' (meaning 'again') combined with 'habilitare' (meaning 'to make fit or capable'). So, the core idea is always 'making something capable or fit again,' whether it's a person's body or an old house.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'rehabilitación' only used for people?
No! While it's most common in health contexts, it is widely used for things, especially buildings or historical sites. Think of it as 'making something good/able again,' which applies to both bodies and structures.
Does 'rehabilitación' always require a professional or a facility?
Often, yes. Whether it's medical rehabilitation requiring a physical therapist or architectural rehabilitation requiring specialized engineers, the word usually implies a structured, professional process.