Cupo (en. Quota)

/ˈkupo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Maximum number of people that can be admitted in a space.
The event has a limited capacity of 100 attendees.
El evento tiene un cupo limitado a 100 asistentes.
Determined amount of something that can be used or consumed.
The budget for the project was allocated by the board.
El cupo de dinero para el proyecto fue asignado por la junta.

Etymology

From Latin *cŏpĭus*, meaning 'abundance or quantity'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

full capacity
When there is no more available space.
cupo completo
travel quota
Maximum number of people who can book on a trip.
cupo de viaje

Related Words

capacity
Measure of capacity in a place.
aforo
capability
Amount that something can hold.
capacidad

Slang Meanings

Quota for a social event.
There is no room left for tonight's party.
No queda cupo para la fiesta de esta noche.
Quota in public transport.
The bus is full, there is no space.
El bus está lleno, no hay cupo.