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"Recelo" is a form of "recelo", a noun which is often translated as "suspicion". "Receloso" is an adjective which is often translated as "suspicious". Learn more about the difference between "receloso" and "recelo" below.
receloso(
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)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (general)
a. suspicious
Mi vecino es receloso con toda la gente que viene de visita.My neighbor is suspicious of everyone that comes to call.
b. distrustful
Mis padres son muy recelosos con las nuevas tecnologías y no me dejan usar las redes sociales.My parents are very distrustful of new technology and don't let me use social networks.
el recelo(
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)A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
1. (doubts)
a. suspicion
Su actitud me produce cierto recelo. Creo que oculta algo.His attitude gives me a feeling of suspicion. I think he's hiding something.
a. misgiving
A pesar de los recelos de algunos de la comunidad, la mayoría acogió bien a los inmigrantes.Despite the misgivings of some in the community, most welcomed the immigrants.
