このページをあなたの言語で
English فارسی العربية Deutsch Español Français 한국어 Português 中文 हिन्दी
B1 verb #3,000 よく出る 10分で読める

recuperarse

At the A1 level, you are learning how to talk about basic health and how you feel. The verb 'recuperarse' means 'to get well' or 'to recover'. It is a reflexive verb, which means you must use words like 'me', 'te', or 'se' with it. For example, if you are sick with a cold, you want to get better. You say 'Me recupero'. If your friend is sick, you say 'Te recuperas'. It is a regular -ar verb, so the endings are -o, -as, -a, -amos, -an. You will often hear people say '¡Recupérate pronto!' which means 'Get well soon!'. This is a very friendly and common phrase to use when someone tells you they are sick. You can also use it with 'voy a' to talk about the future: 'Voy a recuperarme' (I am going to get well). Remember to always use the little pronoun word, or the meaning changes. Practice saying 'me recupero', 'te recuperas', 'se recupera' to get used to the sound. It is a long word, but very useful for everyday life when talking about doctors, medicine, and resting in bed.
At the A2 level, you can use 'recuperarse' to talk more specifically about past illnesses and the process of getting better. You know how to use the past tense (pretérito), so you can say 'Me recuperé de la gripe' (I recovered from the flu). Notice the preposition 'de'. We always use 'de' to say what illness we had. You can also use the imperfect tense to describe a continuous recovery in the past: 'Me estaba recuperando' (I was recovering). At this level, you should be comfortable placing the reflexive pronoun before the conjugated verb or attached to the infinitive. For example, 'Quiero recuperarme' (I want to recover) or 'Me quiero recuperar'. Both are correct. You can also start using it for minor injuries, like 'Me recuperé del golpe' (I recovered from the hit). It is important to distinguish it from just feeling good ('sentirse bien'). 'Recuperarse' implies that you were sick or hurt first, and now you are returning to your normal, healthy state. Keep practicing the imperative form '¡Recupérate!' to wish your friends well.
At the B1 level, your use of 'recuperarse' expands significantly beyond just physical illnesses like colds or the flu. You can now use it to discuss emotional recovery, sports, and general life setbacks. For instance, you can say 'Le costó mucho recuperarse de la ruptura' (It was hard for him to recover from the breakup). You will also start using it with the present perfect: 'Me he recuperado totalmente' (I have fully recovered). Furthermore, you are expected to use it correctly in the subjunctive mood when expressing wishes for others: 'Espero que te recuperes pronto' (I hope you get well soon). This is a classic B1 structure. You will also see it in news articles about the economy: 'La economía se recupera lentamente' (The economy is recovering slowly). The reflexive nature should be second nature to you now, and you should rarely make the mistake of dropping the pronoun. You can also use nouns related to the verb, like 'la recuperación' (the recovery). Mastering this verb at B1 allows you to have deeper conversations about resilience, health, and overcoming obstacles.
At the B2 level, 'recuperarse' is used fluidly in complex grammatical structures and abstract contexts. You will use it in conditional sentences: 'Si descansaras más, te recuperarías más rápido' (If you rested more, you would recover faster). You will also encounter it frequently in passive reflexive constructions and impersonal sentences. In professional and academic settings, you will use it to discuss systemic recoveries, such as environmental ecosystems recovering from pollution ('El bosque se recuperó del incendio') or financial markets bouncing back. You should be comfortable distinguishing it from synonyms like 'restablecerse', 'reponerse', and 'sanar', knowing exactly when the nuance of 'recuperarse' is the most appropriate choice. You will also use it with a wider variety of prepositions and adverbial phrases to describe the manner of recovery: 'Se recuperó milagrosamente' (He recovered miraculously) or 'Se recuperó a base de esfuerzo' (He recovered through effort). Your command of the subjunctive will allow you to express doubt or emotion regarding recovery: 'Dudo que se recupere a tiempo para el torneo' (I doubt he will recover in time for the tournament).
At the C1 level, your understanding of 'recuperarse' encompasses highly idiomatic, metaphorical, and literary uses. You understand the subtle implications of the verb in complex psychological or sociological discussions. For example, discussing a nation's attempt to 'recuperarse' from a historical trauma or a political crisis. You can easily navigate complex tense sequences, such as the past perfect subjunctive: 'Si se hubiera recuperado antes, habría participado en las olimpiadas' (If he had recovered earlier, he would have participated in the Olympics). You are also adept at using it in highly formal registers, perhaps opting for 'restablecerse' in writing but maintaining 'recuperarse' in sophisticated speech. You understand how the verb interacts with various prefixes and suffixes in its word family. You can debate the nuances of physical versus psychological recovery using precise vocabulary. At this level, the mechanics of the reflexive pronoun are entirely subconscious, allowing you to focus purely on the rhetorical impact of the word within your broader argument or narrative.
At the C2 level, 'recuperarse' is a tool for absolute precision in your Spanish expression. You can manipulate the verb in literary contexts, poetry, and advanced academic discourse. You recognize its use in classical literature and modern colloquialisms alike. You can play with the syntax, perhaps separating the pronoun for stylistic effect in archaic or highly poetic structures, though recognizing this is rare in modern Spanish. You fully grasp the etymological roots of the word and how it connects to other Romance languages, giving you a profound understanding of its semantic boundaries. You can use it to describe the recovery of abstract concepts, such as a lost reputation or a forgotten tradition, bridging the gap between 'recuperar' (to retrieve) and 'recuperarse' (to heal oneself). Your use of the verb is indistinguishable from that of a highly educated native speaker, seamlessly integrating it into complex debates on healthcare policy, economic theory, or psychological resilience, using the exact appropriate tone, register, and grammatical structure every single time.
練習する 例文 メモとヒント

recuperarse 30秒で

  • Reflexive verb meaning 'to recover' or 'to get well'.
  • Always requires a reflexive pronoun (me, te, se, nos, os).
  • Usually followed by the preposition 'de' (to recover FROM).
  • Used for physical health, emotional states, and economics.
The Spanish verb 'recuperarse' is a fundamental reflexive verb that translates primarily to 'to recover' or 'to get well' in English. It is used extensively across various contexts, from physical health to emotional well-being, and even in economic or sports-related discussions. When we analyze the morphological structure of 'recuperarse', we see the base verb 'recuperar' (to recover something) combined with the reflexive pronoun 'se', indicating that the action of recovery is happening to the subject themselves. This reflexive nature is crucial for learners to grasp, as omitting the pronoun changes the meaning entirely—from recovering oneself to recovering a lost object. In medical contexts, 'recuperarse' is the go-to verb when discussing a patient's journey back to health after an illness, surgery, or injury.

El paciente va a recuperarse pronto.

Reflexive Usage
Always requires me, te, se, nos, os, se depending on the subject.
Beyond physical health, it applies to emotional states. After a traumatic event, a breakup, or a significant loss, a person needs time to 'recuperarse' emotionally.

Ella tardó meses en recuperarse de la ruptura.

In the realm of economics and finance, markets, economies, and businesses also 'se recuperan' after a recession, a crash, or a period of losses. This metaphorical extension of health to inanimate systems is very common in journalistic Spanish.

La economía empezó a recuperarse en el tercer trimestre.

Preposition
Usually followed by 'de' (to recover FROM something).
Sports provide another frequent context. Athletes must 'recuperarse' after an intense training session or a grueling match. This involves physical rest, hydration, and nutrition.

Los jugadores necesitan recuperarse antes del próximo partido.

Understanding the nuance of this verb unlocks a vast amount of expressive potential in Spanish, allowing you to discuss resilience, healing, and bouncing back from adversity in all its forms.
Conjugation
It is a completely regular -ar verb, making it easy to conjugate in all tenses once the reflexive pronoun is placed correctly.

Me estoy recuperando de un resfriado.

Ultimately, mastering 'recuperarse' is essential for achieving B1 fluency, as it bridges the gap between basic survival vocabulary and more nuanced, descriptive language regarding human experiences and systemic changes.
Using 'recuperarse' correctly requires a solid understanding of reflexive verbs and the specific prepositions that accompany them. The most critical rule is that the reflexive pronoun (me, te, se, nos, os, se) must agree with the subject of the sentence. If the subject is 'yo' (I), the pronoun is 'me'. If the subject is 'nosotros' (we), the pronoun is 'nos'. This pronoun can be placed before a conjugated verb or attached to the end of an infinitive or gerund.

Yo me recupero rápidamente.

Placement 1
Before the conjugated verb: Él se recupera.
When dealing with compound tenses or verb phrases, such as 'ir a + infinitive' or 'estar + gerundio', you have two options for pronoun placement. You can place it before the conjugated auxiliary verb, or you can attach it directly to the end of the infinitive or gerund. Both are grammatically correct and widely used in spoken and written Spanish.

Voy a recuperarme pronto.

The preposition 'de' is almost always used when specifying what you are recovering from. Whether it is an illness (de la gripe), an injury (de la lesión), or an emotional blow (del susto), 'de' is the bridge between the verb and the source of the affliction.

Nos estamos recuperando del impacto económico.

Preposition Rule
Recuperarse + de + [illness/event].
It is also important to distinguish 'recuperarse' from its non-reflexive counterpart, 'recuperar'. 'Recuperar' means to get something back that was lost, such as a stolen wallet, lost time, or a deleted file. The reflexive 'se' turns the action inward.

Logró recuperar su dinero, y luego pudo recuperarse del estrés.

In everyday conversation, you will often hear this verb used in the imperative mood when wishing someone well. '¡Recupérate pronto!' is the standard way to say 'Get well soon!' to a friend or family member.
Imperative
Recupérate (tú), recupérese (usted), recuperaos (vosotros), recupérense (ustedes).

¡Espero que te recuperes muy pronto!

By mastering these structural rules, learners can confidently deploy 'recuperarse' in a wide variety of grammatical contexts, ensuring accurate and natural-sounding Spanish.
The verb 'recuperarse' is ubiquitous in the Spanish-speaking world, appearing across a wide spectrum of daily life, media, and professional environments. One of the most common places you will encounter this word is in hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies. Doctors and nurses use it constantly to discuss a patient's prognosis, treatment plan, and healing progress.

El doctor dijo que vas a recuperarte en dos semanas.

Medical Context
Used by healthcare professionals to describe the healing process.
You will also hear it frequently in casual conversations among friends and family. When someone is absent from work or school due to a cold or the flu, colleagues and classmates will ask about their recovery. It is a standard part of the social script for showing empathy and concern for others' well-being.

¿Ya te recuperaste de la gripe?

In the news media, 'recuperarse' is a staple of economic reporting. Financial journalists use it to describe the performance of the stock market, the value of a currency, or the overall health of a nation's economy after a downturn.

El peso mexicano logró recuperarse frente al dólar.

Financial News
Describes markets or currencies bouncing back from a loss.
Sports broadcasting is another major domain for this verb. Commentators discuss how quickly a tennis player can 'recuperarse' between sets, or how a football team is struggling to 'recuperarse' after conceding an early goal. It applies to both physical stamina and psychological resilience in competitive environments.

El equipo no pudo recuperarse de la derrota.

Finally, in literature and psychology, 'recuperarse' is used to explore themes of trauma, grief, and personal growth. Characters in novels 'se recuperan' from heartbreak or tragedy, highlighting the human capacity for resilience.
Psychological Context
Refers to overcoming trauma, grief, or mental exhaustion.

Le costó años recuperarse de la pérdida de su padre.

Because it spans physical, economic, athletic, and emotional domains, 'recuperarse' is a high-frequency verb that learners will hear almost daily if they consume Spanish-language media or interact regularly with native speakers.
When learning 'recuperarse', students frequently make a few predictable errors, mostly stemming from direct translation from English or confusion regarding reflexive pronouns. The most glaring mistake is omitting the reflexive pronoun entirely. In English, we simply say 'I am recovering.' If a learner translates this directly to 'Yo estoy recuperando,' a native Spanish speaker will instinctively wait for the rest of the sentence, wondering *what* the person is recovering (e.g., recovering lost data, recovering a stolen car).

INCORRECT: Voy a recuperar pronto. CORRECT: Voy a recuperarme pronto.

Missing Pronoun
Forgetting the me/te/se changes the meaning to recovering an object.
Another common error involves using the wrong preposition. Because English speakers say 'recover *from*', they often correctly guess 'de'. However, sometimes learners use 'por' or 'a', which is incorrect. It must always be 'recuperarse de'.

INCORRECT: Me recupero por la enfermedad. CORRECT: Me recupero de la enfermedad.

Pronoun placement also causes headaches. When using the imperative (commands), the pronoun must be attached to the end of the affirmative command, and an accent mark is often required to maintain the original stress. Learners frequently forget the accent mark in writing or place the pronoun before the affirmative command.

INCORRECT: Te recupera pronto. CORRECT: Recupérate pronto.

Imperative Accent
Affirmative commands need the pronoun attached and an accent: recupérate.
Furthermore, learners sometimes confuse 'recuperarse' with 'curarse' (to be cured/to heal) or 'mejorarse' (to get better). While they are synonyms in many contexts, 'curarse' implies a complete eradication of a disease, whereas 'recuperarse' focuses on the process of regaining strength. 'Mejorarse' is slightly less formal and very common in everyday speech.

Aunque no se ha curado del todo, ya logró recuperarse bastante.

Finally, in negative commands, the pronoun must go *before* the verb. Saying 'No recupérate' is grammatically incorrect; it must be 'No te recuperes'.
Negative Commands
Pronoun goes before the verb: No te recuperes rápido, tómate tu tiempo.

Para no recaer, asegúrate de recuperarte completamente.

By being mindful of the reflexive pronoun, the preposition 'de', and the rules of pronoun placement, learners can easily avoid these common pitfalls.
Several verbs in Spanish share semantic territory with 'recuperarse', and understanding the subtle differences between them is key to building a rich, precise vocabulary. The most common synonym is 'mejorarse' (to get better). 'Mejorarse' is frequently used for minor illnesses, like a headache or a mild cold. It is the direct equivalent of the English phrase 'to get better'.

Espero que te mejores pronto.

Mejorarse
To get better; often used for minor, everyday ailments.
Another related verb is 'curarse' (to cure oneself / to heal). 'Curarse' implies a more definitive end to an illness or the closing of a wound. While you can 'recuperarte' from exhaustion, you wouldn't typically say you 'te curas' from exhaustion; 'curarse' is reserved for actual medical conditions, diseases, or physical wounds.

La herida tardó semanas en curarse.

'Sanar' is another verb meaning to heal. It is often used interchangeably with 'curarse', but 'sanar' can have a slightly more holistic, spiritual, or profound connotation, often used when talking about healing emotional wounds or deep trauma over a long period.

El tiempo ayuda a sanar las heridas del corazón.

Sanar
To heal; often used for deep physical or emotional wounds.
In contexts of physical exhaustion or sports, 'reponerse' is an excellent synonym. It literally means 'to put oneself back together' and is used when someone needs to regain energy after a strenuous effort, a shock, or a fainting spell.

Necesito sentarme un momento para reponerme.

Finally, 'restablecerse' is a more formal synonym for 'recuperarse'. It is often found in medical reports, official documents, or formal news broadcasts. It means to re-establish one's health or normal state.
Restablecerse
To re-establish health; formal and often used in medical or official contexts.

El presidente se está restableciendo en el hospital.

By learning these nuances, a B1 student can choose the exact right word, whether they are talking to a friend with a cold ('mejorarse'), discussing a deep emotional journey ('sanar'), or reading a formal medical update ('restablecerse').

How Formal Is It?

フォーマル

""

カジュアル

""

スラング

""

難易度

知っておくべき文法

レベル別の例文

1

Me recupero en casa.

I recover at home.

Present tense, first person singular reflexive.

2

Él se recupera del resfriado.

He recovers from the cold.

Third person singular with preposition 'de'.

3

¡Recupérate pronto!

Get well soon!

Imperative affirmative, informal 'tú'.

4

Nos recuperamos bien.

We are recovering well.

First person plural present tense.

5

Voy a recuperarme.

I am going to recover.

Ir a + infinitive with attached pronoun.

6

¿Te recuperas rápido?

Do you recover quickly?

Question in present tense, second person.

7

Ella no se recupera.

She is not recovering.

Negative sentence in present tense.

8

El perro se recupera.

The dog is recovering.

Used with animals, third person singular.

1

Me recuperé de la gripe ayer.

I recovered from the flu yesterday.

Preterite tense, completed action.

2

Mi madre se está recuperando en el hospital.

My mother is recovering in the hospital.

Present progressive with reflexive pronoun before auxiliary.

3

Tardó mucho en recuperarse.

It took him a long time to recover.

Infinitive used after preposition 'en'.

4

Nos recuperamos del viaje largo.

We recovered from the long trip.

Preterite tense, plural.

5

Tienes que recuperarte antes de trabajar.

You have to recover before working.

Tener que + infinitive with attached pronoun.

6

Ayer me sentía mal, pero ya me recuperé.

Yesterday I felt bad, but I already recovered.

Contrast between imperfect and preterite.

7

Ellos se recuperaron muy rápido.

They recovered very fast.

Preterite, third person plural.

8

Quiero recuperarme para la fiesta.

I want to recover for the party.

Querer + infinitive.

1

Espero que te recuperes pronto de la operación.

I hope you recover soon from the operation.

Present subjunctive after 'espero que'.

2

La economía del país empezó a recuperarse este año.

The country's economy started to recover this year.

Infinitive after 'empezar a', non-human subject.

3

Me ha costado mucho recuperarme de esa noticia.

It has been hard for me to recover from that news.

Present perfect and emotional context.

4

Si descansas, te recuperarás más fácilmente.

If you rest, you will recover more easily.

First conditional sentence with future tense.

5

El atleta se está recuperando de una lesión grave.

The athlete is recovering from a serious injury.

Present progressive with attached pronoun option.

6

Todavía no me he recuperado del susto.

I still haven't recovered from the scare.

Present perfect negative.

7

Fue difícil, pero logró recuperarse.

It was difficult, but he managed to recover.

Lograr + infinitive.

8

Necesitamos tiempo para recuperarnos del esfuerzo.

We need time to recover from the effort.

Infinitive with 'nos' attached.

1

Dudaba que se recuperara a tiempo para el campeonato.

I doubted he would recover in time for the championship.

Imperfect subjunctive after past doubt.

2

El mercado inmobiliario se ha ido recuperando paulatinamente.

The real estate market has been recovering gradually.

Ir + gerund for gradual process.

3

Si se hubiera operado antes, ya se habría recuperado.

If he had had surgery earlier, he would have already recovered.

Third conditional (past perfect subjunctive + conditional perfect).

4

A pesar de la crisis, la empresa supo recuperarse.

Despite the crisis, the company knew how to recover.

Saber (preterite) + infinitive.

5

Es fundamental que te recuperes por completo antes de volver a entrenar.

It is fundamental that you recover completely before training again.

Impersonal expression triggering subjunctive.

6

Se recuperó de su adicción gracias al apoyo de su familia.

He recovered from his addiction thanks to his family's support.

Complex prepositional phrase 'gracias a'.

7

El bosque tardará décadas en recuperarse del incendio forestal.

The forest will take decades to recover from the wildfire.

Future tense with environmental context.

8

Habiéndose recuperado, decidió viajar por el mundo.

Having recovered, he decided to travel the world.

Perfect participle (gerundio compuesto).

1

La nación lucha por recuperarse de los estragos de la guerra.

The nation struggles to recover from the ravages of war.

Advanced vocabulary (estragos) and abstract subject.

2

No es que no quiera trabajar, sino que aún no se ha recuperado del síndrome de desgaste profesional.

It's not that he doesn't want to work, but rather that he hasn't yet recovered from burnout.

No es que + subjunctive, sino que + indicative.

3

Tras el colapso financiero, los mercados tardaron un lustro en recuperarse.

After the financial collapse, the markets took half a decade to recover.

Advanced vocabulary (lustro, colapso).

4

Por más que intentó recuperarse del golpe anímico, la depresión lo consumió.

As much as he tried to recover from the emotional blow, depression consumed him.

Concessive clause 'Por más que'.

5

El ecosistema marino se recuperará siempre y cuando cesen los vertidos tóxicos.

The marine ecosystem will recover provided that the toxic spills cease.

Conditional conjunction 'siempre y cuando' + subjunctive.

6

Se recuperó con una celeridad que dejó atónitos a los médicos.

She recovered with a swiftness that left the doctors astonished.

Advanced vocabulary (celeridad, atónitos).

7

De haberse recuperado la confianza del consumidor, las ventas habrían repuntado.

Had consumer confidence recovered, sales would have rebounded.

De + infinitive perfect for conditional 'if' clause.

8

Su imagen pública jamás logró recuperarse tras el escándalo de corrupción.

His public image never managed to recover after the corruption scandal.

Abstract concept (public image) as subject.

1

El tejido social, otrora fragmentado, comenzó a recuperarse merced a las políticas de cohesión.

The social fabric, formerly fragmented, began to recover thanks to cohesion policies.

Highly formal vocabulary (otrora, merced a).

2

Apenas se hubo recuperado de la contienda, el país se vio sumido en una nueva crisis.

Scarcely had it recovered from the conflict, the country found itself plunged into a new crisis.

Pretérito anterior (hubo recuperado) used in literature.

3

La paciente experimentó una mejoría transitoria antes de que su salud dejara de recuperarse definitivamente.

The patient experienced a transient improvement before her health ceased to recover definitively.

Complex temporal clauses and formal medical register.

4

Es imperativo que la industria turística se recupere para paliar el déficit estructural.

It is imperative that the tourism industry recovers to alleviate the structural deficit.

Formal subjunctive trigger and economic terminology.

5

Lejos de amilanarse, se recuperó del revés con una resiliencia encomiable.

Far from being daunted, she recovered from the setback with commendable resilience.

Advanced vocabulary (amilanarse, revés, encomiable).

6

La flora endémica se recupera a un ritmo inversamente proporcional a la huella humana.

The endemic flora recovers at a rate inversely proportional to the human footprint.

Scientific/academic register.

7

Aun recuperándose físicamente, las secuelas psicológicas perdurarían de por vida.

Even while recovering physically, the psychological sequelae would last a lifetime.

Gerund used with concessive 'Aun'.

8

El protagonista de la novela emprende un viaje catártico para recuperarse de su orfandad espiritual.

The protagonist of the novel undertakes a cathartic journey to recover from his spiritual orphanhood.

Literary analysis register.

よく使う組み合わせ

recuperarse pronto
recuperarse totalmente
recuperarse de la operación
recuperarse de la crisis
recuperarse del susto
empezar a recuperarse
tardar en recuperarse
lograr recuperarse
recuperarse milagrosamente
recuperarse por completo

よく使うフレーズ

¡Que te recuperes pronto!

Espero que te recuperes.

Me estoy recuperando.

Ya me recuperé.

Le costó recuperarse.

Tiempo para recuperarse.

Aún no se recupera.

Se recuperó del todo.

Poco a poco se recupera.

Deseo que se recupere.

よく混同される語

recuperarse vs recuperar

recuperarse vs curarse

recuperarse vs mejorarse

慣用句と表現

""

""

""

""

""

""

""

""

""

""

間違えやすい

recuperarse vs

recuperarse vs

recuperarse vs

recuperarse vs

recuperarse vs

文型パターン

使い方

note

While 'recuperarse' is the most standard translation for 'to recover', be careful not to use it when talking about recovering data from a computer or recovering a stolen car. In those cases, drop the reflexive pronoun and use 'recuperar'.

よくある間違い
  • Omitting the reflexive pronoun (saying 'recupero' instead of 'me recupero').
  • Using the wrong preposition (saying 'recuperarse por' instead of 'recuperarse de').
  • Forgetting the accent mark on the imperative form ('recuperate' instead of 'recupérate').
  • Confusing it with 'curarse' when talking about minor, non-disease issues like tiredness.
  • Placing the pronoun incorrectly in negative commands (saying 'no recupérate' instead of 'no te recuperes').

ヒント

Don't forget the 'se'

Always remember that this is a reflexive verb when talking about health. If you say 'yo recupero', people will ask 'what are you recovering?'. You must say 'yo me recupero'. This is the most common mistake for English speakers.

Pair it with 'de'

Whenever you want to state the illness or event you are recovering from, use the preposition 'de'. Think of it as a fixed phrase: 'recuperarse de'. Never use 'desde' or 'por' in this context.

Roll the single 'r'

The 'r' in the middle of 'recuperarse' is a single flap, like the 'tt' in the American English word 'butter'. The 'r' at the beginning is a rolled 'rr'. Practice the contrast: rrre-cu-pe-ra-rse.

Use it for the economy

Don't limit this verb to just hospitals. If you are reading Spanish news, look out for this verb in the financial section. It is the standard way to say a market is bouncing back.

Be polite

In Spanish culture, asking about someone's health is very important. If a colleague was sick yesterday, make sure to ask '¿Ya te recuperaste?' today. It shows you care and are polite.

Subjunctive trigger

The phrase 'Espero que...' (I hope that...) always triggers the subjunctive mood. So, you must say 'Espero que te recuperes', not 'recuperas'. This is a great phrase to memorize as a chunk.

Watch the accent in commands

When writing a get-well card, remember the accent mark on '¡Recupérate!'. It goes on the 'e' of the 'pe' syllable. This shows you have good spelling skills.

Mix it up with 'mejorarse'

To sound more natural, alternate between 'recuperarse' and 'mejorarse' in casual conversation. If it's just a headache, 'mejorarse' is often the more natural choice.

Listen for the noun

Often, native speakers will use the noun form instead of the verb. Listen for 'Le deseo una pronta recuperación' (I wish him a speedy recovery). It means the same thing but sounds very formal.

Use it for objects

Remember that if you drop the reflexive pronoun, 'recuperar' means to get something back. 'Recuperé mis llaves' means 'I got my keys back'. Keep the two meanings separate in your mind.

暗記しよう

記憶術

RE-CUP-erarse: Imagine drinking from a magical CUP again (RE) to heal yourself (se).

語源

From Latin 'recuperare', meaning 'to get again, regain, recover'.

文化的な背景

In Spain, you might hear 'A ver si te recuperas' as a casual, friendly way to wish someone well.

In Mexico, it's common to say '¡Que te alivies!' as a synonym for '¡Que te recuperes!'

In Argentina, 'reponerse' is very frequently used alongside 'recuperarse' in daily conversation.

実生活で練習する

実際の使用場面

会話のきっかけ

"¿Cuánto tiempo tardaste en recuperarte de tu último resfriado?"

"¿Qué haces normalmente para recuperarte después de hacer mucho ejercicio?"

"¿Crees que la economía de tu país se está recuperando?"

"¿Cuál es el mejor remedio casero para recuperarse de la gripe?"

"¿Te resulta fácil recuperarte de una mala noticia?"

日記のテーマ

Escribe sobre una vez que te enfermaste y cómo lograste recuperarte.

Describe cómo se recupera la naturaleza después de un desastre natural.

¿Qué consejos le darías a un amigo para recuperarse de una ruptura amorosa?

Reflexiona sobre un fracaso personal y los pasos que tomaste para recuperarte.

Imagina que eres un atleta profesional. Describe tu rutina para recuperarte después de un partido.

よくある質問

10 問

Yes, if you mean 'to get well' or 'to recover your health'. If you drop the pronoun, the verb becomes 'recuperar', which means to get an object back. For example, 'recuperar el dinero' means to get the money back. But 'recuperarse' means the person is healing. Always use me, te, se, nos, or os for health.

The verb is almost always followed by the preposition 'de'. This translates to 'from' in English. You say 'recuperarse de la gripe' (to recover from the flu). Do not use 'por' or 'a' in this context. It is a strict grammatical pairing.

Absolutely. 'Recuperarse' is very commonly used for emotional and psychological healing. You can recover from a breakup, a shock, or a tragedy. For example, 'Se recuperó del susto' means 'He recovered from the scare'. It is a very versatile verb.

The most common way is to use the imperative command: '¡Recupérate pronto!'. Another very common way uses the subjunctive: '¡Que te recuperes pronto!'. Both are friendly, natural, and used daily in the Spanish-speaking world. You can use either one with friends and family.

Yes, it is heavily used in sports terminology. Athletes need to 'recuperarse' after a tough match or a hard training session. It refers to physical rest and regaining stamina. You will hear sports commentators use this verb and the noun 'recuperación' constantly.

They are very similar and often interchangeable. However, 'mejorarse' literally means 'to get better' and is often used for minor things like a headache or a cold. 'Recuperarse' means 'to recover' and can be used for more serious illnesses, surgeries, or economic crises. Both are great to know.

It is a regular -ar verb in the preterite tense. Yo me recuperé, tú te recuperaste, él se recuperó, nosotros nos recuperamos, ellos se recuperaron. Just remember to include the reflexive pronoun before the conjugated verb. It is very straightforward.

Yes, metaphorically. It is very common in news and journalism to say that the economy, the stock market, or a business 'se recupera'. For example, 'La economía se recuperó en 2021'. It implies a return to a healthy state after a period of decline.

You have two choices, and both are perfectly correct. You can put it before the conjugated verb: 'Me voy a recuperar'. Or you can attach it to the end of the infinitive: 'Voy a recuperarme'. Native speakers use both interchangeably.

When you attach a pronoun to the end of an affirmative command, you add a syllable to the word. To keep the spoken stress on the original syllable (the 'pe'), you must add a written accent mark. Without it, the pronunciation rules would force the stress onto the 'ra', which sounds wrong.

自分をテスト 180 問

/ 180 correct

Perfect score!

関連コンテンツ

役に立った？

コメント (0)

ログインしてコメント
まだコメントがありません。最初に考えをシェアしましょう！