This is the 2209th most frequent Portuguese word.
recebi
"Recebi" means "I received" in English.
The verb 'recebi' (received) indicates the action of gaining possession of something.
Hoje recebi uma carta de um amigo.
Today, I received a letter from a friend.
The verb 'recebi' (received) conveys the acceptance or acknowledgment of something immaterial, like praise.
No mês passado, recebi elogios pelo meu trabalho.
Last month, I received praise for my work.
Here, 'recebi' (received) is used to express the act of being provided or informed about something.