How to Say "refund" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “refund” is “devuelva” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Espero que él me devuelva el libro mañana.
I hope he returns the book to me tomorrow.
Por favor, devuelva este producto en la caja central.
Please, return (formal 'you') this product at the main counter.
Dudo que la tienda me devuelva el dinero.
I doubt the store will give me my money back.
The 'Switch' Word
Notice the 'e' changes to 'ue'. This happens in many Spanish verbs when the stress falls on the stem. It's a common pattern to look out for!
Wishes and Orders
This specific form (devuelva) is used when you are telling someone formally to do something, or when you are expressing a wish that someone else does the action.
Returning People vs. Objects
Mistake: “Using 'volver' to return a library book.”
Correction: Use 'devolver' for objects. Use 'volver' only for people returning to a place.
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