rebre

This is the 327th most frequent Catalan word.


rebre

To receive.


Here, 'rebre' is used in its literal meaning of 'to receive' something physical.

Vaig rebre un regal d'aniversari.

I received a birthday gift.


In this sentence, 'rebre' conveys the idea of obtaining a reply, showing its application in a communicative context.

Espero rebre una resposta aviat.

I hope to receive an answer soon.


Here, 'rebre' is metaphorically used to denote seeking or obtaining non-physical items, like attention.

Ell sempre vol rebre l'atenciĆ³ de tothom.

He always wants to receive everyone's attention.