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"Recientemente" is an adverb which is often translated as "recently", and "recién" is an adverb which is often translated as "just". Learn more about the difference between "recientemente" and "recién" below.
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)An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
1. (in the near past) (Latin America)
Regionalism used in Latin America: all the countries in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Does not include Spain.
a. newly (before past participle)
La pareja de recién casados se fue de luna de miel a India.The newly married couple went on their honeymoon to India.
b. recently (before past participle)
Los inmigrantes recién llegados tuvieron dificultades para encontrar trabajo.The recently arrived immigrants had a hard time to find a job.
