recompra
/reˈkompɾa/feminine
The English phrase "buyback" is translated into Spanish as recompra. Wiktionary also lists recompra accionaria.
Meaning: repurchase of something previously sold (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| recompra | /reˈkompɾa/ | feminine |
| recompra accionaria | /rekompɾa aɡθjonaɾja/ (Spain, from spelling rules) /rekompɾa aɡsjonaɾja/ (Latin America, from spelling rules) |
feminine |
recompra refers to the repurchase of something that was previously sold. In the specific context of finance, the term recompra accionaria is used to denote a stock buyback.
What does it mean word for word?
The word recompra is composed of the prefix re-, which functions identically to the English prefix "re-" to indicate repetition.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word is a feminine noun. The plural form of recompra is recompras.
How do you pronounce it?
/reˈkompɾa/
Did you know?
- In some Latin American markets, a 'buyback' of a debt instrument is sometimes called a rescate, which literally translates to 'rescue'.
- The verb comprar shares a root with the English word 'commerce', as both originate from the Latin 'commercium' which stems from 'cum' (together) and 'merx' (merchandise).
- In some formal accounting documents, instead of recompra, you may see the term autocompra, which specifically highlights the 'self-purchase' aspect of a company buying its own stock.
Examples in context
- La compañía está considerando la recompra de sus acciones en el mercado abierto.The company is considering a buyback of its shares in the open market.
- La recompra de acciones fue un éxito.The share buyback was a success.
- Anunciaron una recompra de bonos hoy.They announced a bond buyback today.
- Estamos analizando la recompra de la empresa.We are analyzing the company's buyback.
Example conversation
Javier and Elena are discussing financial news at a cafe.
- Javier¿Viste la noticia sobre la recompra?Did you see the news about the buyback?
- ElenaSí, Javier, es una excelente noticia.Yes, Javier, it is excellent news.
- JavierCreo que la recompra ayudará al precio.I think the buyback will help the price.
- ElenaTienes razón, es un movimiento inteligente.You are right, it is a smart move.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “buyback” translations and entries recompra, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries recompra, CC BY-SA 4.0.
