Spanish Conversation · Level 96
60 words
Spanish word
reconstituir
Pronunciation
IPA/rekonstiˈtwiɾ/
Meaning
- verbreconstitute
Example
El técnico pudo reconstituir los datos del disco.
The technician was able to reconstitute the data from the disk.
More examples
Tras la pelea, intentaron reconstituir la relación entre los hermanos.
After the fight, they tried to restore the relationship between the brothers.
Core concept
Fragments being pieced back into their original whole.
Common phrases
reconstituir la confianza
recover trust
reconstituir una relación
restore the relationship
reconstituir la familia
reconstitute the family
Similar words
recuperar: Recovers lost items or data, restoring access or possession.
reparar: Fixes broken parts so a device or item functions properly again.
arreglar: Handles problems or disorder to return something to normal working order.
recomponer: Reassembles taken-apart pieces to rebuild the complete form or arrangement.
Definition in Spanish
Recomponer algo mediante la unión o reorganización de sus partes para devolverle su estado anterior, término frecuente en contextos técnicos o legales.
Word origin
From Latin constituere 'to place' plus the prefix re- 'again', originally meaning to place together again.
Usage tips
- It is a formal, written term common in legal and technical reports, and in conversation speakers usually prefer reconstruir or recuperar.