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    Caben (en. Fit)

    /ˈkaβen/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    Indicates that something can be contained in a specific space.
    In the trunk, several suitcases fit.
    En el maletero caben varias maletas.
    It is used to express that someone is accepted or welcomed in a group.
    In our family, everyone fits.
    En nuestra familia caben todos.
    Refers to the possibility that something can be included in a set.
    The party can hold up to 50 people.
    En la fiesta caben hasta 50 personas.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'capere', which means 'to take' or 'to contain'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    there are doubts
    There are uncertainties or questions.
    caben dudas
    to fit in one's head
    To understand or accept an idea.
    caber en la cabeza
    there are no words
    One cannot adequately express feelings.
    no caben palabras

    Related Words

    caber
    Verb that indicates the capacity to contain.
    caber
    head
    Part of the body where the brain and senses are located.
    cabeza
    cabe
    Third person singular of the present tense of the verb caber.
    cabe

    Slang Meanings

    When something is possible or feasible in a context.
    That idea, if we organize ourselves, does fit.
    Esa idea, si nos organizamos, sí cabe.
    Colloquial expression to refer to inclusion.
    Here at the party, everyone fits.
    Aquí en la fiesta, todos caben.