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B1 adjective 12 min de lecture

recuperable

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Explication recuperable in your Level:

At the A1 level, 'recuperable' might seem like a long word, but it is easy to understand because it looks like 'recoverable' in English. A1 learners should focus on its basic meaning: 'can get it back.' You can use it for simple things like a lost toy or a deleted photo on a phone. For example, if you lose your homework, you can ask, '¿Es recuperable?' (Can I get it back?). It is an adjective, so it describes a thing. Since it ends in 'e', you don't need to worry about 'o' or 'a' for gender. Just add 's' if there are many things: 'recuperables'. This word is useful for talking about things that are not completely lost forever. It gives a positive feeling that a problem can be fixed. You might see it on recycling bins in Spanish cities, which is a great real-world way to practice. Just remember: it means 'possible to recover.'

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At the A2 level, you can start using 'recuperable' in more complete sentences. You should understand that it comes from the verb 'recuperar' (to recover). At this stage, you can use it to talk about your health or your studies. If you are sick, you can say, 'Mi salud es recuperable' (My health can be recovered). If you have a bad grade in class, you can say, 'La nota es recuperable' (The grade can be improved/recovered). You should also notice that it is often used with the verb 'ser.' For example, 'El tiempo perdido no es recuperable' (Lost time is not recoverable). This is a common Spanish proverb. At A2, you are learning to describe the qualities of things, and 'recuperable' is a perfect 'quality' word to show that something has hope or value. It's also helpful for basic environmental talk, like identifying which trash is 'recuperable' (can be saved/reused).

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At the B1 level, you should be comfortable using 'recuperable' in professional and social contexts. This is the level where the word really shines. You can use it to talk about financial investments ('una inversión recuperable') or technical issues ('un archivo recuperable'). You should also start to distinguish it from similar words like 'reciclable' (recyclable) or 'reutilizable' (reusable). At B1, you are expected to express opinions and hopes, and 'recuperable' is a key word for this. For instance, 'Creo que la situación económica es recuperable si cambiamos el plan' (I think the economic situation is recoverable if we change the plan). You should also be aware of its opposite, 'irrecuperable,' and use it to show a permanent loss. Understanding the nuances of 'recuperable' in business—like 'IVA recuperable'—will help you if you ever work or study in a Spanish-speaking environment.

At the B2 level, 'recuperable' becomes a tool for nuanced argumentation. You should be able to use it in abstract contexts, such as discussing 'memoria histórica' (historical memory) or 'valores sociales' (social values). You might write an essay about whether certain traditions are 'recuperables' in the modern world. You should also be familiar with how the word is used in specialized fields like law, ecology, or medicine. For example, in a medical report, you might read about 'funciones motoras recuperables.' At this level, you should also be able to use adverbs to modify it, such as 'fácilmente recuperable' or 'escasamente recuperable' (scarcely recoverable). You are moving beyond simple 'yes or no' recovery to discussing the degree and effort required for recovery. You should also feel confident using it in the plural and with various linking verbs like 'parecer' or 'resultar.'

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At the C1 level, you should use 'recuperable' with precision and stylistic flair. You will encounter it in complex literature and high-level journalism. You should understand its philosophical implications—for instance, when an author discusses whether the 'essence of a nation' is recuperable after a crisis. You should also be able to use it in formal debates about sustainability and the circular economy, where 'materiales recuperables' is a technical term with specific legal definitions. At C1, you should also be sensitive to the tone of the word; using it for a person might sound clinical or objective, which could be intentional in a psychological or sports context but might be avoided in more empathetic speech. You should also be able to identify and use synonyms like 'reivindicable' or 'rescatable' depending on the exact nuance of 'recovery' you wish to convey.

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At the C2 level, you have a complete mastery of 'recuperable' and its place in the vast web of Spanish vocabulary. You can use it to discuss complex fiscal policies, intricate biological processes, or deep philosophical concepts of time and loss. You understand the subtle difference between something being 'recuperable' (able to be regained) and 'reintegrable' (able to be reintegrated). You might use the word in a legal brief to argue about 'daños recuperables' (recoverable damages) or in a scientific paper about 'ecosistemas recuperables'. At this level, you also appreciate the word's etymology from the Latin 'recuperabilis' and how it has evolved in different Spanish-speaking regions. You can use it in highly sophisticated rhetorical structures, perhaps contrasting the 'recuperable' nature of physical assets with the 'irrecuperable' nature of a lost reputation. Your usage is indistinguishable from that of a highly educated native speaker.

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recuperable en 30 secondes

Recuperable is an adjective meaning 'recoverable' or 'restorable'. It describes anything that can be regained after being lost, wasted, or damaged.
It is a versatile word used in finance (taxes), environment (recycling), technology (data), and personal life (health, time, or relationships).
Grammatically, it is gender-neutral (ends in -e) and changes only for number (recuperables). It usually follows the noun it modifies.
The opposite is 'irrecuperable' (irrecoverable). It is different from 'reciclable' (recyclable), which implies transformation into something new.

The Spanish word recuperable is an adjective that functions very similarly to its English cognate, 'recoverable.' At its core, it describes something that has the potential to be returned to a former state, regained after being lost, or salvaged from a state of waste. In the Spanish-speaking world, this term bridges the gap between technical jargon and everyday conversation, appearing in contexts ranging from high-stakes environmental policy to personal health and financial accounting. When you describe something as recuperable, you are essentially making a claim about its future: you are saying that despite its current absence, damage, or status as waste, there is a viable path to bringing it back into a useful or possessed state.

Environmental Context: In ecology and waste management, it refers to materials like glass or paper that can be processed and reused. It is often contrasted with 'desechable' (disposable).

Este plástico no es basura; es un material altamente recuperable si se procesa correctamente.

Beyond the physical, the word carries significant weight in the financial sector. Accountants often speak of 'IVA recuperable' (recoverable VAT), referring to taxes that a business can claim back from the government. Similarly, a 'deuda recuperable' is a debt that a creditor still expects to collect, distinguishing it from 'deudas incobrables' or bad debts that are written off. This distinction is crucial in business strategy, as it determines how assets are valued on a balance sheet. If a loss is deemed recuperable, there is still hope for the fiscal year; if not, the loss is permanent.

Emotional and Physical States: Used to describe health, lost time, or even damaged relationships that have the potential to be mended.

Aunque la relación ha sufrido mucho, los psicólogos creen que todavía es recuperable.

In everyday life, you might hear this word regarding lost data on a computer or a missed opportunity. If you delete a file by accident, you might ask an IT specialist if it is recuperable. In this sense, the word provides a sense of relief—it is the opposite of 'irrecuperable' (irrecoverable/lost forever). Understanding this word helps you navigate Spanish-speaking environments where problem-solving and resource management are key topics of discussion.

Academic and Formal Use: Common in academic papers discussing historical memory or lost cultural heritage that can be 'recovered' through research.

La tradición oral de este pueblo es recuperable a través de entrevistas con los ancianos.

El delantero sufrió una rotura, pero los médicos dicen que su nivel físico es recuperable en seis meses.

No te preocupes por el tiempo perdido; esas horas son recuperables si trabajamos el fin de semana.

Using recuperable correctly in Spanish requires an understanding of its role as an adjective. Since it ends in '-e', it is gender-neutral, meaning it stays the same whether it modifies a masculine or feminine noun. However, it must agree in number with the noun it describes. For plural nouns, simply add an '-s' to form recuperables. This simplicity makes it a versatile tool for learners who are still mastering gendered endings but want to express complex ideas about potential and restoration.

Agreement with Singular Nouns: Used for both masculine (el objeto) and feminine (la zona) singular nouns.

El archivo borrado es recuperable gracias a la copia de seguridad.

In syntax, recuperable usually follows the noun it modifies, which is standard for descriptive adjectives in Spanish. However, it is very frequently used with the verb 'ser' (to be) to indicate an inherent or lasting quality of the object. For example, saying 'El material es recuperable' suggests that the nature of the material allows for recovery. It can also be used with 'parecer' (to seem) or 'resultar' (to turn out to be), adding a layer of observation or discovery to the sentence. This is common in professional reports where an assessment has been made.

Agreement with Plural Nouns: Simply add '-s' to match plural subjects.

Las pérdidas de este trimestre son recuperables si aumentamos las ventas.

Another common structure involves the word 'difícilmente' (hardly) or 'fácilmente' (easily) to modify the degree of recoverability. For instance, 'Es un error difícilmente recuperable' (It is a mistake that is hard to recover from). This allows the speaker to provide a nuanced evaluation of a situation. In more formal or legal Spanish, you might see the phrase 'en la medida en que sea recuperable' (to the extent that it is recoverable), which is a useful phrase for contracts and formal agreements where liabilities are being discussed.

Usage with Negation: While 'irrecuperable' is its own word, you can also use 'no es recuperable' for emphasis.

Lamentablemente, la información en el disco duro no es recuperable.

La memoria histórica de la guerra es recuperable mediante los archivos nacionales.

¿Crees que tu inversión inicial es recuperable a corto plazo?

While recuperable might sound like a formal term, you will encounter it in surprisingly varied and common scenarios throughout the Spanish-speaking world. One of the most frequent places is in the news, particularly during segments on the economy or the environment. When a natural disaster occurs, reporters often discuss whether the damaged infrastructure or the affected ecosystem is recuperable. This word carries the weight of hope and the promise of rebuilding. If a journalist says a forest is 'ecológicamente recuperable', they are conveying that nature has the resilience to bounce back with human help.

In the Workplace: Commonly heard in office meetings regarding project timelines, lost data, or financial audits.

Si trabajamos horas extra, el retraso en el proyecto es recuperable.

In Spain and many Latin American countries, you will also hear this word in the context of recycling. Waste management systems often categorize trash as 'residuos recuperables' (recoverable waste) versus 'rechazo' (non-recoverable waste). On the street, you might see specialized bins with these labels. Understanding this distinction is vital for anyone living in a city with strict recycling programs. It’s not just about what 'can' be recycled, but what the system is 'capable' of recovering at that moment. This practical application makes the word a part of the daily vocabulary for millions of people.

In Sports and Health: Used by commentators and doctors to describe the potential for physical recovery or regaining a competitive edge.

El médico dice que la movilidad del brazo es totalmente recuperable con fisioterapia.

Furthermore, the word appears in the legal and tax systems. If you are an entrepreneur in a Spanish-speaking country, your accountant will frequently mention 'gastos recuperables' or 'IVA recuperable'. This refers to costs that the business can eventually get back, which is a fundamental concept in managing cash flow. Hearing this word in a financial context usually indicates a positive or at least manageable situation, as it implies that money is not permanently gone but merely 'out' for the moment. It is a word that signifies potential and fiscal health.

In Education: Teachers use it to describe grades or missed assignments that students can still fix.

No te desanimes por este examen; la nota final todavía es recuperable.

La calidad del agua en el río es recuperable si dejamos de contaminar hoy.

¿Es recuperable el tiempo que pasamos sin vernos?

One of the most frequent errors English speakers make when using recuperable is confusing it with 'reciclable' (recyclable). While they are related, they are not interchangeable. 'Reciclable' specifically means that a material can be broken down and turned into something new. In contrast, recuperable is broader; it means something can be regained or returned to its original use. For example, a piece of old machinery might be recuperable (you can fix it and use it again) without necessarily being 'reciclable' in the sense of melting it down for raw materials. Using the wrong word can lead to confusion in environmental or industrial discussions.

Confusing with 'Recuperado': 'Recuperado' is the past participle (already recovered), while 'recuperable' is the potential (able to be recovered).

Incorrect: El paciente ya está recuperable. (The patient is already able to be recovered? No, you mean 'recuperado' - recovered).

Another mistake is the over-application of the word to people. While you can say a person's health is recuperable, calling a person 'recuperable' directly can sound a bit dehumanizing, as if they were an object or an asset. In English, we might say someone is 'savable' in a spiritual or social sense, but in Spanish, it is better to say 'su situación es recuperable' (their situation is recoverable) or 'puede recuperarse' (they can recover). Using the adjective directly for a person is mostly reserved for sports contexts (a player who can return to form) or very specific psychological discussions.

Gender Agreement Confusion: Even though it ends in 'e', some learners try to change it to 'recuperabla' for feminine nouns. This is incorrect.

Correct: La deuda es recuperable. Incorrect: La deuda es recuperabla.

Finally, learners often forget the 'ir-' prefix for the opposite. Instead of saying 'no es recuperable', you should often use 'irrecuperable' for a more natural, sophisticated sound. While 'no es recuperable' is grammatically correct, 'irrecuperable' is the preferred choice in literature, journalism, and formal speech. Forgetting this prefix can make your Spanish sound slightly repetitive or less fluent. Also, ensure you don't confuse recuperable with 'reutilizable' (reusable). A glass bottle is 'reutilizable' because you can use it again for the same purpose; it is recuperable if it was thrown in the trash but someone managed to get it back into the system.

Preposition Errors: Sometimes people use 'para' when they should use 'por'.

Es recuperable por medios naturales (It is recoverable by natural means).

La inversión inicial no es recuperable si el negocio quiebra.

Esa zona del bosque es recuperable tras el incendio.

To truly master recuperable, it is helpful to understand its 'neighbors' in the Spanish lexicon. Depending on the context, you might choose a different word to be more precise. If you are talking about something that can be saved from destruction, 'salvable' is a strong alternative. While recuperable implies getting something back, 'salvable' implies preventing it from being lost in the first place. For example, a house in a flood might be 'salvable' if the water doesn't reach the roof, but the furniture inside might be recuperable only after the water recedes and you clean it.

Recuperable vs. Reciclable: 'Reciclable' means the material can be transformed; 'recuperable' means the object or value can be regained.
Recuperable vs. Reutilizable: 'Reutilizable' means you can use it again (like a cloth bag); 'recuperable' means it was almost lost but can be brought back.

Esta botella es reutilizable, pero el vidrio es siempre reciclable y recuperable.

In financial contexts, 'reembolsable' (refundable) is a cousin of recuperable. If you buy a ticket that is 'reembolsable', you can get your money back if you don't travel. Recuperable is used more often for taxes or investments where the process of getting the money back is part of a system or a long-term strategy, rather than a simple refund. Another alternative is 'cobrable' (collectible), used specifically for debts. If a debt is 'cobrable', it means the person owes you and is likely to pay. If it is recuperable, it might mean the debt was written off but now there's a chance to get the money after all.

Recuperable vs. Restaurable: 'Restaurable' is used for art or buildings that can be returned to their original beauty; 'recuperable' is more about the function or possession.

El fresco del siglo XV es restaurable, aunque el daño fue grave.

Finally, consider 'obtenible' (obtainable). While recuperable focuses on getting something back that you once had, 'obtenible' is simply about being able to get something, regardless of whether you had it before. Choosing between these words depends on the narrative you want to tell. Are you getting back what was lost (recuperable), saving what is about to be lost ('salvable'), or simply acquiring something new ('obtenible')? Mastering these nuances will make your Spanish sound much more precise and professional in any setting.

Recuperable vs. Sanable: 'Sanable' is used in legal terms for a defect that can be cured or fixed; 'recuperable' is for the object itself.

El error en el contrato es sanable con una adenda.

La confianza es difícil de ganar, pero a veces es recuperable.

¿Es el ecosistema marino recuperable tras el vertido de petróleo?

How Formal Is It?

Le savais-tu ?

The root 'capere' is also the ancestor of English words like 'capture', 'capacity', and even 'catch'. So, 'recuperable' literally means 'able to be captured again'.

Guide de prononciation

UK /re.ku.pe.ˈɾa.βle/

US /re.ku.pe.ˈɾa.βle/

The primary stress is on the penultimate syllable: re-cu-pe-RA-ble.

Rime avec

amable probable notable variable saludable inevitable formidable vulnerable

Erreurs fréquentes

Pronouncing the 'b' too hard like an English 'b'. In Spanish, it's often a soft fricative between vowels.
Adding a 'y' sound to the 'u' (saying 're-kyu-perable' instead of 're-koo-perable').
Stress on the wrong syllable (e.g., re-CU-perable).
Confusing the 'r' sound with the English 'r'. It should be a quick tongue tap.
Pronouncing the 'e' at the end like an English 'ee'. It should be a short 'eh' sound.

Niveau de difficulté

Lecture 2/5

Easy to recognize because it is a cognate of 'recoverable'.

Écriture 3/5

Requires attention to spelling (the 'u' and 'e' placements).

Expression orale 3/5

Needs practice with the soft 'r' and 'b' sounds.

Écoute 2/5

Clear pronunciation makes it easy to pick up in speech.

Quoi apprendre ensuite

Prérequis

recuperar capaz perder posible material

Apprends ensuite

irrecuperable reciclable reutilizable sostenible rentable

Avancé

reivindicable conmutable amortizable rescatable

Grammaire à connaître

Adjective Suffix '-able'

Indicates possibility or capacity (e.g., recuperable, aceptable, habitable).

Gender Neutrality in '-e' Adjectives

El material es recuperable / La deuda es recuperable.

Pluralization of Adjectives

Add '-s' to adjectives ending in a vowel (recuperable -> recuperables).

Position of Adjectives

Usually follows the noun: 'un material recuperable'.

The prefix 'ir-'

Used to create the opposite: ir- + recuperable = irrecuperable.

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Exemples par niveau

Mi foto borrada es recuperable.

My deleted photo is recoverable.

'Recuperable' modifies the feminine noun 'foto' but doesn't change its ending.

¿Es recuperable el juguete roto?

Is the broken toy recoverable?

Used in a question with the verb 'ser'.

Este papel es recuperable.

This paper is recoverable.

A simple subject-verb-adjective structure.

Tus puntos son recuperables.

Your points are recoverable.

Plural agreement: 'puntos' (masculine plural) matches with 'recuperables'.

La pelota no es recuperable.

The ball is not recoverable.

Using 'no' to negate the adjective.

Es un error recuperable.

It is a recoverable error.

Adjective following the noun 'error'.

Mi dinero es recuperable.

My money is recoverable.

'Dinero' is masculine singular; 'recuperable' remains the same.

Las llaves son recuperables.

The keys are recoverable.

Plural agreement for feminine 'llaves'.

El tiempo perdido no es siempre recuperable.

Lost time is not always recoverable.

Using 'siempre' to add a frequency nuance.

Esta zona del parque es recuperable si plantamos árboles.

This area of the park is recoverable if we plant trees.

Conditional 'si' clause used with the adjective.

Tu nota del examen es recuperable con un trabajo extra.

Your exam grade is recoverable with extra work.

Prepositional phrase 'con un trabajo extra' explains the method of recovery.

Los archivos del ordenador son recuperables.

The computer files are recoverable.

Plural masculine noun 'archivos'.

La salud del abuelo es recuperable con medicina.

Grandpa's health is recoverable with medicine.

Abstract noun 'salud' used as the subject.

Ese plástico es un material recuperable.

That plastic is a recoverable material.

Noun phrase 'un material recuperable'.

¿Crees que mi bicicleta es recuperable?

Do you think my bicycle is recoverable?

Using the verb 'creer' to ask for an opinion.

Las horas de sueño son recuperables el fin de semana.

The hours of sleep are recoverable on the weekend.

Plural feminine 'horas'.

El IVA de esta factura es totalmente recuperable.

The VAT on this invoice is fully recoverable.

Adverb 'totalmente' emphasizes the degree.

Es una inversión recuperable en menos de dos años.

It is a recoverable investment in less than two years.

Temporal phrase 'en menos de dos años' specifies the timeframe.

La relación entre los dos países parece recuperable.

The relationship between the two countries seems recoverable.

Linking verb 'parecer' used instead of 'ser'.

Muchos residuos industriales son ahora recuperables.

Many industrial wastes are now recoverable.

Adverb 'ahora' indicates a change in status due to technology.

La base de datos es recuperable tras el ataque informático.

The database is recoverable after the cyber attack.

Context of technology and security.

Su prestigio profesional es recuperable si admite su error.

His professional prestige is recoverable if he admits his mistake.

Abstract noun 'prestigio'.

Estas maderas antiguas son recuperables para el mueble.

These old woods are recoverable for the furniture.

Preposition 'para' indicates the purpose of recovery.

La confianza es difícilmente recuperable una vez perdida.

Trust is hardly recoverable once lost.

Adverb 'difícilmente' adds nuance to the possibility.

El ecosistema de la bahía es recuperable mediante un plan integral.

The bay's ecosystem is recoverable through a comprehensive plan.

Formal preposition 'mediante'.

Resulta recuperable gran parte del capital invertido inicialmente.

A large part of the initially invested capital turns out to be recoverable.

Verb 'resultar' used for a discovered outcome.

La memoria de los testigos es recuperable con técnicas de hipnosis.

The witnesses' memory is recoverable with hypnosis techniques.

Scientific/psychological context.

A pesar del incendio, la estructura del edificio es recuperable.

Despite the fire, the building's structure is recoverable.

Concessive phrase 'A pesar de'.

Los créditos fiscales son recuperables en el próximo ejercicio.

Tax credits are recoverable in the next fiscal year.

Financial terminology 'ejercicio' (fiscal year).

Consideramos que esta tradición es recuperable para las nuevas generaciones.

We consider that this tradition is recoverable for the new generations.

Verb 'considerar' used for formal opinion.

La biodiversidad de la selva es recuperable si cesa la tala.

The jungle's biodiversity is recoverable if logging ceases.

Formal verb 'cesar' (to cease).

Esos fondos son recuperables si se cumplen las condiciones del contrato.

Those funds are recoverable if the contract conditions are met.

Passive 'se cumplen' in a conditional clause.

La soberanía del país sobre esos territorios es históricamente recuperable.

The country's sovereignty over those territories is historically recoverable.

Geopolitical context and formal adverb 'históricamente'.

La esencia del texto original es recuperable a pesar de la mala traducción.

The essence of the original text is recoverable despite the poor translation.

Literary analysis context.

El daño reputacional de la empresa es difícilmente recuperable a corto plazo.

The company's reputational damage is hardly recoverable in the short term.

Complex noun phrase 'daño reputacional'.

Estimamos que el 80% de los componentes electrónicos son recuperables.

We estimate that 80% of the electronic components are recoverable.

Use of percentages and formal verb 'estimar'.

La dignidad humana es siempre recuperable, incluso en las peores circunstancias.

Human dignity is always recoverable, even in the worst circumstances.

Philosophical/Ethical context.

Buscamos un equilibrio entre lo que es económicamente viable y lo que es ecológicamente recuperable.

We seek a balance between what is economically viable and what is ecologically recoverable.

Parallel structure 'lo que es... y lo que es...'.

La información fragmentada es recuperable mediante algoritmos de inteligencia artificial.

The fragmented information is recoverable through artificial intelligence algorithms.

Modern technical context.

El patrimonio arquitectónico de la ciudad es recuperable con una inversión adecuada.

The city's architectural heritage is recoverable with adequate investment.

Formal noun 'patrimonio'.

La ontología del ser, según el autor, es una dimensión recuperable a través de la introspección.

The ontology of being, according to the author, is a recoverable dimension through introspection.

High-level philosophical vocabulary.

En términos jurisprudenciales, la pérdida de beneficios se considera un daño recuperable.

In jurisprudential terms, the loss of profits is considered a recoverable damage.

Legal terminology 'jurisprudenciales' and 'daño recuperable'.

La pureza del idioma es difícilmente recuperable en un mundo globalizado y digital.

The purity of the language is hardly recoverable in a globalized and digital world.

Linguistic debate context.

Pese a la erosión, la fertilidad del suelo es recuperable mediante técnicas de permacultura.

Despite erosion, soil fertility is recoverable through permaculture techniques.

Technical agricultural context.

La legitimidad del proceso electoral es recuperable si se realiza una auditoría externa.

The legitimacy of the electoral process is recoverable if an external audit is conducted.

Political science context.

El matiz poético de la obra original resulta difícilmente recuperable en la versión traducida.

The poetic nuance of the original work turns out to be hardly recoverable in the translated version.

Subtle literary criticism.

Toda deuda técnica en el desarrollo de software es recuperable si se prioriza el refactorizado.

All technical debt in software development is recoverable if refactoring is prioritized.

Niche industry jargon 'deuda técnica' and 'refactorizado'.

La armonía social es recuperable solo si existe una voluntad política real de diálogo.

Social harmony is recoverable only if there is a real political will for dialogue.

Abstract social commentary.

Collocations courantes

IVA recuperable

Material recuperable

Tiempo recuperable

Archivo recuperable

Inversión recuperable

Gasto recuperable

Energía recuperable

Residuo recuperable

Salud recuperable

Deuda recuperable

Phrases Courantes

Nada es recuperable

— A pessimistic phrase meaning everything is lost. Used in extreme situations.

Tras el tsunami, nada es recuperable.

Totalmente recuperable

— Used to give 100% assurance that something can be regained.

La inversión es totalmente recuperable.

Difícilmente recuperable

— Used when recovery is possible but unlikely or very hard.

Es un error difícilmente recuperable.

Fácilmente recuperable

— Used when recovery requires little effort.

La contraseña es fácilmente recuperable por email.

En la medida de lo recuperable

— A formal phrase meaning 'to the extent that it can be recovered'.

Repararemos el daño en la medida de lo recuperable.

Material no recuperable

— Refers to waste that must be thrown away and cannot be reused.

Este plástico sucio es material no recuperable.

Horas recuperables

— Refers to work hours missed that must be made up later.

Mañana trabajaré las horas recuperables de ayer.

Crédito recuperable

— A financial term for a tax credit that can be applied later.

Tenemos un crédito recuperable de diez mil euros.

Zona recuperable

— Refers to land or space that can be restored to its original state.

La zona industrial es recuperable como parque.

Memoria recuperable

— The idea that lost history or biological memory can be brought back.

La memoria del pueblo es recuperable con libros.

Souvent confondu avec

recuperable vs reciclable

Reciclable means it can be made into something new; recuperable means it can be gotten back.

recuperable vs reutilizable

Reutilizable means it can be used again as it is; recuperable means it was lost/waste but is now saved.

recuperable vs recuperado

Recuperado is 'already recovered' (past); recuperable is 'able to be recovered' (potential).

Expressions idiomatiques

"El tiempo no es recuperable"

— A common saying emphasizing that once time passes, you can't get it back.

Aprovecha hoy, porque el tiempo no es recuperable.

Neutral

"Todo en esta vida es recuperable, menos la muerte"

— A philosophical idiom suggesting that any problem has a solution except death.

No llores por el dinero; todo en esta vida es recuperable, menos la muerte.

Informal/Proverbial

"Pérdida irrecuperable"

— While not an idiom with 'recuperable', this set phrase is the standard way to describe a total loss.

Su partida fue una pérdida irrecuperable para la empresa.

Formal

"Dar por recuperable"

— To assume or decide that something can be saved.

El técnico dio por recuperable el sistema.

Neutral

"Hacer recuperable lo perdido"

— To take actions to make a loss reversible.

Nuestro objetivo es hacer recuperable lo perdido en la crisis.

Formal

"Ser harina de otro costal (en contexto de recuperación)"

— Used when someone asks if something is 'recuperable' and the answer is that it's a completely different (usually harder) problem.

Arreglar el coche es fácil, pero el motor... eso es harina de otro costal.

Informal

"No hay mal que por bien no venga (relacionado)"

— Suggests that even a loss (something that needs recovery) might lead to something better.

Perdí el móvil, pero no hay mal que por bien no venga; el seguro me dio uno mejor.

Informal

"Borrón y cuenta nueva"

— Starting over (often when something wasn't recuperable, so you start fresh).

El archivo se borró; borrón y cuenta nueva.

Informal

"A lo hecho, pecho"

— Face the consequences of what's done (often used when a mistake is NOT recuperable).

Rompí el jarrón; a lo hecho, pecho.

Informal

"Tirar la toalla"

— To give up (deciding something is no longer recuperable).

Después de tres intentos, tiré la toalla con ese negocio.

Informal

Facile à confondre

recuperable vs Recobrable

Almost identical meaning.

Recobrable is more common for debts or physical possession; recuperable is broader and more common in ecology/finance.

La joya es recobrable. / El IVA es recuperable.

recuperable vs Rescatable

Both imply saving something.

Rescatable implies a 'rescue' from danger or total destruction; recuperable is more about the process of regaining value.

El edificio es rescatable tras el sismo.

recuperable vs Salvable

Both mean 'can be saved'.

Salvable is more common for situations, lives, or games; recuperable is more for assets and materials.

El partido todavía es salvable.

recuperable vs Restaurable

Both involve returning to a state.

Restaurable is specifically for aesthetics, art, or architecture; recuperable is for function or ownership.

La catedral es restaurable.

recuperable vs Reembolsable

Both involve getting money back.

Reembolsable is a direct refund; recuperable is a process of recovery (like through taxes).

El billete de avión es reembolsable.

Structures de phrases

[Objeto] es recuperable.

El libro es recuperable.

[Objeto] no es recuperable sin [Acción].

La nota no es recuperable sin estudiar.

Es una [Sustantivo] recuperable a [Tiempo].

Es una inversión recuperable a largo plazo.

A pesar de [Problema], [Sustantivo] resulta recuperable.

A pesar del virus, el disco duro resulta recuperable.

Lo que es [Adverbio] recuperable no siempre es [Adverbio] viable.

Lo que es técnicamente recuperable no siempre es económicamente viable.

La dimensión [Adjetivo] de [Concepto] es inherentemente recuperable.

La dimensión ética de la política es inherentemente recuperable.

¿Crees que [Sustantivo] sea recuperable?

¿Crees que la base de datos sea recuperable?

Hay mucho [Sustantivo] recuperable aquí.

Hay mucho papel recuperable aquí.

Famille de mots

Noms

recuperación (recovery)

recuperador (recoverer/device for recovery)

Verbes

recuperar (to recover/regain)

recuperarse (to recover oneself/get well)

Adjectifs

recuperable (recoverable)

irrecuperable (irrecoverable)

recuperado (recovered)

Apparenté

cobrar (to collect)

rescatar (to rescue)

salvar (to save)

reutilizar (to reuse)

reciclar (to recycle)

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frequency

High in business, environmental, and technical contexts; medium in daily conversation.

Erreurs courantes

La inversión es recuperabla. → La inversión es recuperable.
Adjectives ending in -e do not change for gender. 'Recuperabla' is not a word.
El archivo es reciclable. → El archivo es recuperable.
You don't 'recycle' a digital file into a new product; you 'recover' it from being lost.
Él está recuperable de su gripe. → Él se está recuperando de su gripe.
'Recuperable' is an adjective for potential. For a person currently getting better, use the verb 'recuperarse'.
Es un error irrecuperable (when you mean it CAN be fixed). → Es un error recuperable.
Adding 'ir-' makes it 'irrecoverable'. Be careful not to add the prefix by mistake!
El tiempo es recuperable. → El tiempo no es recuperable.
While grammatically correct, this is a cultural mistake. Spanish speakers almost always use 'recuperable' with time in the negative.

Astuces

Don't change the gender

Remember that 'recuperable' ends in -e, so it's the same for 'el' and 'la'. Don't say 'recuperabla'!

Ecology Context

In Spain, look for the word 'recuperable' on green or yellow bins. It helps you know what to recycle.

The 'b' rule

All Spanish adjectives ending in the sound 'able' (like English 'able') are spelled with a 'b', never a 'v'.

The soft 'R'

The 'r' in the middle is a single tap. Don't roll it like a double 'rr'. It's quick and light.

Business Spanish

If you work in a Spanish office, 'recuperable' is essential for discussing budgets and taxes.

Cartoneros

Understanding 'recuperable' helps you understand the social work of people who collect recyclables in cities like Buenos Aires.

Recover-Able

The word is almost the same as English. Just swap the 'o' for 'u' and 'v' for 'p' and 'b'.

Prefix Watch

Always listen for 'ir-' at the start. It completely flips the meaning to 'impossible to get back'.

Conciseness

Instead of writing 'que se puede recuperar', use 'recuperable' to sound more like a native speaker.

Stress

Put the emphasis on 'RA'. re-cu-pe-RA-ble. This is the most important part for being understood.

Mémorise-le

Moyen mnémotechnique

Think of 'RE-CU-PER-ABLE'. RE (Again) + CU (Catch it) + PER (Perfectly) + ABLE (Can do). You can catch it again perfectly!

Association visuelle

Imagine a recycling bin with a green arrow pointing back into a factory. The arrow says 'RECUPERABLE'. It's the path of things coming back to life.

Word Web

Recuperar Recuperación Irrecuperable IVA Residuos Inversión Salud Tiempo

Défi

Try to find three things in your house that are 'recuperables' (like an old battery or a glass bottle) and say out loud: 'Este objeto es recuperable'.

Origine du mot

From the Latin 'recuperabilis', which is derived from the verb 'recuperare'. The prefix 're-' means 'again' and the root '-capere' means 'to take' or 'to seize'.

Sens originel : The original Latin meaning was 'able to be taken back' or 'able to be regained'.

Romance (Latin root).

Contexte culturel

Avoid calling a person 'recuperable' in a social context; it can sound like you are evaluating their worth like an object. Use 'puede recuperarse' instead.

In English, we often use 'recoverable' for money and 'restorable' for objects. Spanish uses 'recuperable' for both, making it more versatile.

The concept of 'Memoria Recuperable' is a common title for historical documentaries in Spain. In 'Don Quixote', the idea of regaining honor is a form of 'honor recuperable'. Modern sustainability campaigns in Latin America use 'Todo es recuperable' as a slogan.

Pratique dans la vie réelle

Contextes réels

Finance

IVA recuperable
Inversión recuperable
Gasto recuperable
Crédito recuperable

Environment

Material recuperable
Residuo recuperable
Energía recuperable
Ecosistema recuperable

Technology

Archivo recuperable
Dato recuperable
Sistema recuperable
Contraseña recuperable

Personal Life

Tiempo recuperable
Salud recuperable
Relación recuperable
Nota recuperable

Law

Daño recuperable
Derecho recuperable
Propiedad recuperable
Pérdida recuperable

Amorces de conversation

"¿Crees que el tiempo perdido en las redes sociales es realmente recuperable?"

"En tu país, ¿qué materiales se consideran más fácilmente recuperables?"

"¿Alguna vez has perdido un archivo de ordenador que no era recuperable?"

"¿Es la confianza en un político recuperable después de un escándalo?"

"¿Qué parte del IVA es recuperable para una pequeña empresa en tu ciudad?"

Sujets d'écriture

Escribe sobre una situación en la que pensaste que habías perdido algo para siempre, pero resultó ser recuperable.

¿Qué aspectos de tu salud consideras que son más recuperables después de una semana de mucho trabajo?

Reflexiona sobre la idea de 'tiempo recuperable'. ¿Realmente podemos recuperar las horas perdidas?

Describe un objeto antiguo en tu casa que no uses pero que sea recuperable con un poco de esfuerzo.

Analiza si la reputación de una marca famosa es recuperable tras un gran error ético.

Questions fréquentes

10 questions

Generalmente no se usa para describir a una persona directamente (ej. 'Él es recuperable'), ya que suena un poco como si fuera un objeto. Es mejor decir 'Su salud es recuperable' o 'Él puede recuperarse'. Sin embargo, en deportes se puede decir que un jugador es 'recuperable' para un partido si estaba lesionado.

'Reciclable' significa que el material puede transformarse en algo nuevo (como fundir vidrio). 'Recuperable' es más amplio: significa que algo que se iba a perder o tirar puede volver a usarse o recuperarse (como un archivo borrado o un impuesto).

Se dice 'irrecuperable'. Es muy común usar este término para pérdidas totales de dinero, tiempo o vidas humanas.

Es una palabra de registro neutral a formal. Se usa mucho en noticias, documentos legales y oficina, pero también en la calle cuando se habla de reciclaje o de arreglar algo roto.

Normalmente se usa con 'ser' porque describe una capacidad o cualidad intrínseca (ser recuperable). Usar 'estar' es menos común a menos que te refieras a un estado temporal, pero 'ser' es la opción estándar.

Es un término contable. Se refiere al impuesto al valor agregado que una empresa paga en sus compras y que luego puede reclamar o deducir ante el gobierno.

Como termina en 'e', simplemente se añade una 's': 'recuperables'. Ejemplo: 'Los materiales son recuperables'.

Se escribe con 'b'. Viene de 'recuperar' + el sufijo '-able'. Todos los adjetivos que terminan en '-able' se escriben con 'b'.

En algunos contextos financieros sí, pero la palabra exacta para 'refundable' es 'reembolsable'. 'Recuperable' implica un proceso un poco más complejo que una simple devolución.

Sí, es una palabra universal en todo el mundo hispanohablante, muy utilizada en ecología, economía y tecnología en todos los países.

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