Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

receber

verb
/he-seh-BER/
Definition
To receive; to accept something that is given or sent.
Examples
  • Eu gosto de receber presentes no meu aniversário. (I like to receive gifts on my birthday.)
  • Ela vai receber o prêmio na cerimônia. (She will receive the award at the ceremony.)
  • Recebi uma carta de um amigo. (I received a letter from a friend.)
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘receber’ refers to the action of coming into possession of something, whether it’s a physical object, a message, or even an abstract concept like an idea.
Synonyms
  • Aceitar (to accept)
  • Obter (to obtain)
  • Recepcionar (to welcome)