reunirse

Reunirse is a Spanish pronominal verb meaning to come together, to meet, or to assemble, typically after a period of separation or in order to discuss a common matter. It is used to describe people or groups gathering for a purpose, whether social, professional, or civic. The noun reunión (a meeting or gathering) is closely related, and the verb is often contrasted with reunir, the transitive form meaning to gather or bring together something or someone.

Use and syntax

Reunirse is intransitive and reflexive, usually appearing with reflexive pronouns: me reúno, te reúnes, se reúne, nos reunimos, os reunís, se reúnen. It commonly takes a prepositional complement such as con (to meet with someone) or para/en to indicate purpose or location: reunirse con un colega, reunirse para discutir un proyecto, reunirse en la sede. The construction can be used with various tenses and moods, for example: “La junta se reunió ayer” (they met yesterday) or “Nos reuniremos la próxima semana” (we will meet next week).

Etymology and related forms

The verb is derived from the noun reunión, and it contrasts with reunirse in sense and voice to reunír (to gather, in a transitive sense). Related forms include the gerund reunándose and the past participle reunido, used in composite tenses or as an adjective.

Usage notes

Reunirse is widely used in Spain and Latin America to describe formal meetings as well as social get-togethers. It can be followed by con, para, or en to specify participants, purpose, or location. Examples: “Las familias se reunieron para celebrar” and “Se reunió con el consejo para revisar el presupuesto.”