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obsequio

gift, present

noun ob-SEH-kyoh Rare

Origin: From Latin obsequium (compliance, service, homage).

Usage Note

Obsequio is a more formal or elevated register word for a gift or complimentary item — it often implies something given as a courtesy rather than a personal present. Un obsequio de la empresa (a gift from the company) is typical. In everyday speech regalo is the standard term. A related verb is obsequiar (to present someone with a gift).

Examples

"Le entregaron un obsequio de bienvenida."

Natural Translation

They gave her a welcome gift.

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