receive

US /rɪˈsiːv/
UK /rɪˈsiːv/
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1.

recevoir, obtenir

be given, presented with, or paid (something)

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She received a letter from her friend.
Elle a reçu une lettre de son amie.
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He receives a good salary.
Il reçoit un bon salaire.
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getobtainacquiregainbe given
2.

subir, recevoir

suffer (an injury or setback)

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The company received a major blow from the economic downturn.
L'entreprise a subi un coup dur en raison du ralentissement économique.
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He received a serious injury in the accident.
Il a subi une grave blessure dans l'accident.
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3.

recevoir, accueillir

form an idea or impression of

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How did you receive the news?
Comment avez-vous reçu la nouvelle ?
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The proposal was not well received.
La proposition n'a pas été bien accueillie.
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4.

recevoir, capter

allow (a television or radio set) to pick up (a broadcast or signal)

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This old radio can still receive signals from far away.
Cette vieille radio peut encore recevoir des signaux de loin.
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The antenna helps the TV receive clearer channels.
L'antenne aide la télévision à recevoir des chaînes plus claires.
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pick updetectinterceptcapture
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