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How to Say "restoration" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “restoration” is “restauración” — use this word when talking about the careful repair and preservation of an object, like a painting or furniture, or a historic building to bring it back to its original appearance.

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restauración

nounB1general
Use this word when talking about the careful repair and preservation of an object, like a painting or furniture, or a historic building to bring it back to its original appearance.

Examples

La restauración de este cuadro antiguo llevó muchos meses.

The restoration of this old painting took many months.

reconstrucción

nounB1general
This is the best translation when referring to the act of rebuilding something that has been destroyed or damaged, such as a bridge or a city after a disaster.

Examples

La reconstrucción del puente tardará tres meses.

The reconstruction of the bridge will take three months.

recuperación

nounB1general
Use this term specifically when talking about regaining health, strength, or energy after an illness, surgery, or period of exhaustion.

Examples

Después de la cirugía, su recuperación fue muy rápida.

After the surgery, her recovery was very fast.

rehabilitación

nounB2formal
This word is used for the process of renovating or improving a building, especially a historic one, to make it usable or aesthetically pleasing again.

Examples

El ayuntamiento aprobó el proyecto de rehabilitación de la plaza principal.

The city council approved the project for the restoration of the main square.

Restauración vs. Reconstrucción

Learners often confuse 'restauración' and 'reconstrucción'. Remember that 'restauración' implies careful repair to bring something back to its original state, especially for art or historical items. 'Reconstrucción' is about rebuilding something that was destroyed.

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