Dictionary/Words Starting with R

Spanish Words Starting with R

Browse 287 Spanish words that start with the letter R, organized by part of speech.

Adjective(25)

A bright red bullet train speeding across a green landscape.

rápido

→fast

A group of identical blue cubes standing in a line, with one bright orange sphere mixed among them, emphasizing strangeness or oddness.

rara

→strange

A storybook illustration showing three identical red apples lined up neatly. Standing among them is one bright blue object shaped like a star, visually representing something strange or peculiar.

raras

→strange

A bright blue banana resting on a wooden counter, symbolizing strangeness or something unusual.

raro

→strange

A group of red apples on a wooden table, two of which are unusual because they have small legs and are walking.

raros

→strange

A high quality illustration showing a small child next to a real, friendly dog, while the child holds a drawing of an imaginary creature.

real

→real

A piece of white paper resting on a wooden desk, marked prominently with a large, bright red 'X', signifying denial or rejection.

rechazado

→rejected

A close-up illustration of one hand accepting a brightly wrapped gift package from the outstretched palm of a second hand, signifying acceptance.

recibido

→received

A respected figure standing on a small wooden platform, receiving a bouquet of flowers from two admirers who are smiling and clapping.

reconocido

→renowned

A vibrant green potted plant with bright flowers standing fully upright in the sun, showing recovery after being wilted.

recuperado

→recovered

A shiny golden key resting on a white surface next to a large, prominent red wax seal with a simple star embossed on it, indicating official status.

registrado

→registered

A colorful illustration showing a blue square and a red circle linked together by a simple silver chain.

relacionado

→related

Adverb(1)

A person with a surprised, wide-eyed expression, with a bright exclamation point above their head to show emphasis or a sudden realization.

realmente

→really

Gerund(1)

A close-up view of a hand wearing a dark glove reaching into a small open wooden treasure chest and quickly taking a single shiny gold coin.

robando

→stealing

Noun(27)

A colorful, simple illustration of a retro portable radio playing music.

radio

→radio

Three distinct muddy footprints visible on a patch of light brown dirt, indicating someone passed by.

rastros

→traces

A colorful storybook illustration showing a hiker taking a quick, brief rest on a wooden bench under a tree, representing a short period of time.

rato

→a while

Two friends on a hiking trail, one pointing confidently to the correct fork in the path while the other smiles in agreement, confirming the choice.

razón

→right

A simple illustration showing a large blue sphere balanced stably atop three smaller, brightly colored rectangular blocks, symbolizing justifications supporting a conclusion.

razones

→reasons

A massive, sturdy oak tree with deep, visible roots anchoring it firmly in rich brown soil under a bright, clear sky.

realidad

→reality

A brightly wrapped, square gift box tied with a large red ribbon and bow, signifying a present.

regalo

→gift

A stack of three brightly colored wrapped rectangular gift boxes of different sizes, each tied with a contrasting ribbon and bow.

regalos

→gifts

A small child is walking along a path directly toward a brightly colored house, symbolizing the act of returning home.

regreso

→return

A majestic woman wearing a golden crown and a regal gown, sitting on an ornate red throne.

reina

→queen

A red apple and a green leaf floating side-by-side, connected by a simple, glowing, curved blue line, symbolizing a connection or link.

relación

→relationship

A simple illustration featuring a bright red square on the left and a bright blue circle on the right, connected by a thick, curved green line, symbolizing a relationship or connection.

respecto

→regard / respect / relation

Noun (Plural)(1)

A small blue bird sitting on a brightly colored lawn, clearly constrained by a crisp white painted line, symbolizing rules or boundaries.

reglas

→rules

Past Participle(1)

A small, colorful bird completing its journey, settling gently into a cozy nest built on a tree branch, representing the action of having returned.

regresado

→returned

Verb(33)

A high quality simple colorful storybook illustration showing a simple figure happily holding a brightly colored, wrapped square gift box in both hands.

recibí

→I received

A person happily receiving a brightly wrapped gift package from a delivery person.

recibir

→receive

A person's hand reaching down toward the ground, about to grasp a dropped bright red toy block.

recoge

→picks up

A young woman standing in a park, smiling widely and waving enthusiastically, showing clear recognition of a familiar face.

reconoces

→you recognize

A person sitting and looking thoughtfully upwards, where a clear thought bubble containing a bright red apple floats above their head, symbolizing a memory being recalled.

recordar

→to remember

A woman sitting calmly, holding a large seashell, with a bright thought bubble above her head showing a clear, happy memory of a tropical beach.

recuerda

→remembers

Three diverse children are sitting closely together on a rustic wooden bench, looking down with warm, nostalgic smiles at an old, worn teddy bear they are holding. The scene suggests shared memories.

recuerdan

→they remember

A high-quality storybook illustration of a young person looking thoughtful and slightly surprised, as a bright, glowing image of a small, colorful toy house materializes next to their head, symbolizing a recalled memory.

recuerdas

→you remember

A friendly cartoon bear cub sitting on a patch of grass. A brightly colored red balloon is clearly visible inside a thought bubble floating above its head, symbolizing the act of remembering a memory.

recuerde

→Remember

Three stylized figures standing side-by-side. Above the head of each figure, a small, identical, glowing golden key appears, symbolizing the simultaneous act of recalling a shared memory or instruction.

recuerden

→(You all) remember

A bright red arrow connecting an open blue book to a single red apple, visualizing a reference or connection.

refiere

→refers to

A small brown dog is happily running down a winding path towards a cozy red-roofed cottage.

regresa

→(he/she/it) returns

Verb (Conjugated Form)(4)

A colorful storybook illustration depicting two friendly figures standing side-by-side, happily receiving a brightly wrapped gift box. They are smiling as they accept the item.

recibimos

→we receive

A close-up view of a person's open hand gently catching a small, brightly wrapped gift box that is descending into the palm.

recibió

→received

A colorful illustration of two cheerful figures, a person and a child, walking hand-in-hand up a path toward the front door of a welcoming cottage, signifying their return home.

regresamos

→we return

A simplified illustration of a figure standing outside, inhaling deeply, showing the act of breathing.

respira

→breathes

Verb (Conjugation)(2)

A solitary person is walking along a winding path, clearly heading toward a brightly lit, welcoming home in the distance, illustrating the action of returning.

regrese

→Return!

A cartoon child wearing a green shirt uses both hands to forcefully snap a brown wooden stick completely in half, illustrating the action of breaking.

rompe

→breaks

Verb (Gerund)(1)

A colorful glass vase shattering into several large pieces as it hits the ground.

rompiendo

→breaking

Verb (Gerund/Present Participle)(1)

A close-up view of a pair of cartoon hands reaching out and actively accepting a small, brightly colored wrapped gift box.

recibiendo

→receiving

Verb (Imperfect Indicative Tense)(1)

A young woman pointing her finger directly at a specific location on a large, colorful wall map.

refería

→was referring

Verb (Past Tense)(1)

A simple storybook illustration of a character using a magnifying glass to carefully examine a document on a desk, representing the act of checking something.

revisé

→I checked

Verb Form(1)

A cartoon bear character sitting at a wooden desk, wearing reading glasses, and meticulously examining a stack of documents with a large magnifying glass.

revisando

→checking

Verb Form (Gerund)(1)

A simple, colorful illustration of a calm, round-headed figure taking a deep breath, with a small cloud of white vapor visible as they gently exhale.

respirando

→breathing

adjective(27)

A colorful illustration of a tall, imposing wall separating two groups of stylized people figures, symbolizing discriminatory actions or policies.

racista

→racist

A cartoon rabbit running at high speed across a green field, with visible motion lines indicating great swiftness.

rápida

→fast

A simplified cartoon figure successfully placing the final block on a stable, perfectly balanced structure, indicating a sensible and well-thought-out approach.

razonable

→sensible

A vibrant, perfectly formed red apple resting on a flat surface, symbolizing something actual and genuine.

reales

→real

A small, brightly colored bird flying in the opposite direction from a flock of identical, gray birds flying in formation.

rebelde

→rebellious

A storybook illustration of a small child with crossed arms and a frown, stubbornly resisting the outstretched hand of an adult, symbolizing rebellious resistance to authority.

rebeldes

→rebellious

A steaming, golden-brown loaf of bread sitting on a wooden cooling rack, indicating it was baked very recently.

reciente

→recent

A storybook illustration showing a perfectly straight green path extending across a colorful field.

recto

→straight

Three identical green trees stand in a perfectly straight line on a sunny hill, emphasizing consistency and standard occurrence.

regular

→regular

A cartoon child with a wrinkled nose and wide eyes showing extreme disgust while looking down at a puddle of bright green, lumpy slime on a wooden floor.

repugnante

→disgusting

A small, empty restaurant table set for two, featuring a prominent 'Reserved' sign placed on the tabletop.

reservado

→reserved

A young girl in a yellow apron carefully waters a small potted plant, demonstrating responsibility for a chore.

responsable

→responsible

adverb(3)

A colorful storybook illustration showing a small, white cartoon rabbit running extremely fast across a green field. Strong motion streaks trail behind the rabbit, visually emphasizing high speed.

rápidamente

→quickly

A close-up illustration of a single, warm chocolate chip cookie sitting on a metal cooling rack. A small wisp of steam gently rises from the cookie, indicating it was just baked.

recién

→just

A brightly colored illustration showing a white mug filled with dark coffee, with a strong plume of steam rising above it, indicating the coffee was just prepared moments ago.

recientemente

→recently

noun(117)

A high quality simple colorful storybook illustration of the Egyptian god Ra, depicted with a human body, a falcon head, and a large golden solar disk resting on his head.

ra

→Ra (Egyptian Sun God)

A cartoon character depiction of intense anger, showing a red face and steam escaping from the head.

rabia

→rage

A stylized illustration of a large, gray radar dish rotating on top of a simple tower, emitting curved green electronic detection signals into the surrounding blue atmosphere.

radar

→radar

A simple, bright yellow sphere floating in a dark space, emitting several thick, wavy orange and red rays of energy outwards in all directions.

radiación

→radiation

Thick, exposed tree roots emerge from the base of a trunk and spread into the dark earth, showing the underground structure of a plant.

raíces

→roots

Thick brown roots extending deep into the dark earth, anchoring a small green plant stem visible above the soil.

raíz

→root

A high-quality storybook illustration of a thick brown tree branch extending horizontally, covered in simple green leaves, set against a bright background.

rama

→branch

A bright green frog with large eyes sitting peacefully on a large, round green lily pad floating on still water.

rana

→frog

A wide view of a wooden ranch house surrounded by a fence, with several cows grazing in a grassy field under a blue sky.

rancho

→ranch

Three simple, stylized figures standing on a three-tiered pedestal, clearly illustrating a hierarchy or ranking system.

rango

→rank

A clear, fresh footprint impressed into wet mud on the ground, indicating something has passed by.

rastro

→trace

A small gray rat with large ears and a long tail, standing upright on its hind legs.

rata

→rat

verb(37)

A close-up view of clear, distinct large animal footprints leading across a soft, muddy forest floor.

rastrear

→track

A cartoon character in overalls carefully placing the last piece onto a small wooden structure, signifying the completion of a task.

realizar

→carry out

A smiling child receives a brightly wrapped present being handed to them by unseen hands.

recibe

→receives

A smiling child happily holding a large, brightly wrapped present box they just received.

recibiste

→you received

A child bending down to pick up a bright red toy block from a wooden floor.

recoger

→to pick up

A delighted young child pointing excitedly at a fluffy brown teddy bear sitting on a high shelf, showing the moment of recognition.

reconoce

→recognizes

A woman smiling brightly in surprise and happiness as she recognizes an old friend walking past her on a sunny street.

reconocer

→recognize

A colorful illustration of a girl looking surprised and happy, pointing excitedly at someone she recognizes in the distance.

reconozco

→I recognize

A large red sphere is actively being compressed by two simple, stylized hands, resulting in a significantly smaller red sphere.

reducir

→reduce

A simple illustration showing a person pointing their finger towards a brightly colored star floating in the air, signifying they are referring to it.

refieres

→you refer

A person pointing their index finger clearly at a large, brightly colored red apple sitting on a simple surface, illustrating the act of referring to something.

refiero

→I refer (to)

A brightly colored blue bird is mid-flight, heading straight for a red and yellow birdhouse perched on a wooden post.

regresará

→will return

verb (conjugated form)(1)

A simple storybook illustration of a young man with a happy expression reaching out his hands to accept a colorful gift box being offered to him.

recibirá

→he will receive

verb (conjugated)(1)

A young girl stands in a classroom setting, smiling at a teacher while holding a large, blank speech bubble near her mouth, indicating she is answering a question.

responde

→answers