What does "retener" mean in Spanish?
"retener" is the Spanish word for "retain".
retener /rˌetenˈeɾ/ · verb · CEFR B2. Spanish translation of "retain".
See also: Translation page (English → Spanish)
Translation and Meaning
- Word: retener
- Language: Spanish
- Meaning: retain
- IPA: /rˌetenˈeɾ/
- CEFR Level: B2
- Part of speech: verb
- Image:
Pronunciation audio — Open the full phoneme overview
Listen to how "retener" sounds in Spanish.
Example Sentences
- Es importante retener la información para los exámenes. English: It's important to remember information for exams.
- Ella logró retener la compostura durante la reunión. English: She managed to keep her composure during the meeting.
- La empresa quiere retener a sus mejores empleados. English: The company wants to retain its best employees.
When and How to Use "retener"
Use "retener" when you want to talk about "retain" in Spanish. It functions as "verb". Because it appears in B2 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your Spanish study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.
Frequently asked questions
What CEFR level is "retener"?
"retener" is tagged at CEFR B2 in SmartWords Spanish vocabulary content.
What part of speech is "retener"?
"retener" is tagged as a verb in SmartWords.
Can you show "retener" in a sentence?
Es importante retener la información para los exámenes.
Related Words
Practice this word in SmartWords
Learn how to use "retener" in real conversations with interactive exercises.
Word of the Day
Today's hand-picked vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation page for Spanish. Bookmark this section — it refreshes every day.
Get one new word every morning
Subscribe to SmartWords daily picks. Choose the topics you want — we send one short email per day.
Play SmartWords games
Six word games built around our real vocabulary — free in the browser, no install.
Open the game hub →-
Word Sling
Match the center word under time pressure and keep the combo alive.
Play now → -
Word Gate
Fly through the correct gate before the speed ramps up.
Play now → -
Word Ninja
Slice the goal-language words, avoid the main-language decoy, and chase the announced bonus target.
Play now → -
Word Zip
Trace a single path across the board, hit each letter anchor in order, and fill every open cell.
Play now → -
Word Oddity
Pick the word that doesn't belong from a topic-driven set — every tap reveals all four meanings and images so the round becomes a flash-card too.
Play now → -
Word Memory
Flip and match goal-language words to their main-language meaning before your lives run out.
Play now →