How to Say "returns" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “returns” is “devuelve” — A1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Él devuelve los libros a la biblioteca.
He returns the books to the library.
¡Devuelve mi teléfono ahora mismo!
Give back my phone right now!
The 'O' to 'UE' Change
In the present tense, the 'o' in the middle of the word changes to 'ue' whenever you stress that syllable. This is why we say 'devolvemos' but 'devuelve'.
Two-in-One Word
'Devuelve' can mean both 'he/she returns' and 'Return it!' (a command). The context of the conversation will tell you which one it is.
Devolver vs. Volver
Mistake: “Using 'volver' to mean giving back an object.”
Correction: Use 'volver' for people returning to a place, and 'devolver' for giving back an item. Say 'él devuelve el libro,' not 'él vuelve el libro.'
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