reacondicionado
/reakondiθjonado/from spelling rules
The English phrase reconditioned is translated into Spanish as reacondicionado.
This phrase is used to describe a product that has been repaired or restored to a good working condition for resale.
What does it mean word for word?
The word reacondicionado is formed from the prefix re- meaning again, the verb acondicionar meaning to condition or prepare and the suffix -ado which is the past participle used here as an adjective.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico and Argentina, it is common to use reacondicionado in both formal and informal contexts.
How does it change in a sentence?
As an adjective, the form must agree with the noun it modifies in both gender and number. Use reacondicionada for feminine singular nouns like computadora, and reacondicionados for masculine plural nouns like teléfonos.
How do you pronounce it?
/reakondiθjonado/
Did you know?
- The word acondicionado is a homonym used to describe both a refurbished product and a room with air conditioning.
- In many Spanish-speaking markets, you might see the term de segunda mano used to describe products that are used or refurbished, rather than the more technical reacondicionado.
- In non-commercial settings, saying you need to acondicionar el salón refers to grooming or arranging a room for a party rather than repairing it.
Examples in context
- Producto reacondicionadoReconditioned product
- Esta lavadora es un producto reacondicionadoThis washing machine is a reconditioned product.
- Compré una bicicleta restaurada a un precio excelenteI bought a reconditioned bicycle at an excellent price.
- un coche reacondicionadoA reconditioned car
- Compré un teléfono reacondicionado muy barato.I bought a very cheap reconditioned phone.
- Este ordenador reacondicionado funciona perfectamente.This reconditioned computer works perfectly.
- Busco un coche reacondicionado de buena calidad.I am looking for a high-quality reconditioned car.
Example conversation
Javier and María are talking about a new laptop in a store.
- Javier¿Es este portátil nuevo o reacondicionado?Is this laptop new or reconditioned?
- MaríaEs un modelo reacondicionado con garantía.It is a reconditioned model with a warranty.
- JavierParece que está como nuevo.It looks like it is like new.
- MaríaSí, tiene un acabado excelente.Yes, it has an excellent finish.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
