English–Spanish

“pick up” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/rekoˈxeɾ/

Example

¿Puedes recoger eso del suelo?

Can you pick that up from the floor?

Illustration for recoger (pick up)

How to say “pick up” in Spanish

“Pick up” in Spanish is recoger.

Taking an object or person from where they are and bringing them along.

Full entry for recoger: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with recoger

Paso a recoger el paquete por la tarde.

I'll pick up the package in the afternoon.

Tips for using recoger

  • When referring to tidying, recoger often means 'put away' rather than merely 'pick up', as in recoger los juguetes.

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