# receiving

/ɹəˈsivɪŋ/ (US) · /ɹɪsˈiːvɪŋ/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/receiving
Updated: 2026-06-19

## Senses

### 1. getting something

verb · CEFR A2

getting or accepting something that someone has sent or given to you.

For teachers: the present participle of 'receive', indicating the ongoing act of accepting delivery, acquisition, or communication.

- She is receiving many emails about the new job opening.
- The charity is currently receiving donations from all over the country to support the emergency relief efforts.

Usage: As a verb, it is the continuous form of 'receive'.

### 2. the act of getting

noun · CEFR B2 · Formal

the act of getting or taking something that is sent.

For teachers: the act or process of accepting or taking delivery of something.

- The receiving of the award was the proudest moment of his life.
- The formal receiving of the diplomatic guests took place in the main hall of the embassy.

Usage: Often used in formal or legal contexts to describe the official acceptance of goods or people.

## Examples

- I am receiving many emails today.
- The hospital is currently receiving a high number of patients due to the flu season.
- After months of anticipation, the author is finally receiving the critical acclaim that her earlier, more experimental works were unfortunately denied.

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