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    Cántaro (en. Pitcher)

    /ˈkan.ta.ɾo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Definition: Container, usually made of clay, used for storing or transporting liquids.
    Example Sentence: We filled the pitcher with water from the well.
    Llenamos el cántaro con agua del pozo.
    Definition: Measure of capacity for liquids, equivalent to several liters.
    Example Sentence: The pitcher is a traditional measure in many regions.
    El cántaro es una medida tradicional en muchas regiones.
    Definition: Object used in ancient times for ceremonies or rituals.
    Example Sentence: The ancient pitcher was found at the archaeological excavation.
    El cántaro antiguo fue hallado en la excavación arqueológica.

    Etymology

    Etymology/Origin: From Latin 'cantărum', referring to a container.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Common Phrase: to throw water into the pitcher
    Common Phrase Meaning: To do something uselessly, to exhaust efforts without result.
    echar agua al cántaro
    Common Phrase: to call the pitcher
    Common Phrase Meaning: To attract attention unnecessarily.
    llamar al cántaro
    Common Phrase: to break the pitcher
    Common Phrase Meaning: To make an irreparable mistake.
    romper el cántaro

    Related Words

    Related Word: earthenware pitcher
    Related Word Description: Clay container with a spout and a handle used to transport water.
    botijo
    Related Word: jug
    Related Word Description: Large and wide container used for serving liquids.
    jarra
    Related Word: reservoir
    Related Word Description: Large container meant for storing things, such as liquids or grains.
    depósito

    Slang Meanings

    Slang Meaning: Used to refer to a type of clumsy person.
    Slang Example: Don't be a pitcher, think before you act.
    No seas cántaro, piensa antes de actuar.
    Slang Meaning: Refers to someone who is easily manipulated.
    Slang Example: Don't be a pitcher, you don't have to do what they tell you.
    No seas un cántaro, no tienes que hacer lo que te dicen.