Caña (en. Cane)

/ˈkaɲa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A thin and flexible tube used in various applications.
The fisherman used a rod to catch fish.
El pescador usó una caña para atrapar peces.
An alcoholic beverage served in a glass or pitcher.
We ordered some beers on the terrace.
Pedimos unas cañas en la terraza.
A cane or rod used in some sports.
The athlete used a pole for jumping.
El atleta utilizó una caña para saltar.

Etymology

From Latin 'cāna', meaning cane or tube.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have a beer
To drink a beer in a small glass.
tomar una caña
fishing rod
An instrument used for fishing.
caña de pescar
to give it your all
To demand effort or work hard in an activity.
dar caña

Related Words

sugar cane
Plant from which sugar is extracted.
caña de azúcar
canyon
Cylindrical tube used in various contexts.
cañón
bamboo cane
Cane or rod made of bamboo, used in crafts or construction.
caña de bambú

Slang Meanings

Draft beer
I'm going to have a nice cold beer.
Voy a tomarme una caña bien fría.
A person who is very active or hardworking
That girl is a real go-getter, she never gets tired.
Esa chica es una caña, nunca se cansa.