Cupón (en. Coupon)

/kuˈpon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A piece of paper that grants rights to its holder, such as obtaining a discount on a purchase.
I presented a coupon at the store and got a 20% discount.
Presenté un cupón en la tienda y obtuve un 20% de descuento.
A voucher that can be exchanged for products or services.
The coupon allowed me to dine for free at the restaurant.
El cupón me permitió cenar gratis en el restaurante.
A document used in raffles or promotions.
I participated in the raffle with the coupon I found in the magazine.
Participé en el sorteo con el cupón que encontré en la revista.

Etymology

From the Latin 'caponem', which refers to a voucher or receipt.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Discount coupon
A coupon that allows obtaining a reduced price on a purchase.
Cupón de descuento
Coupon book
A book or brochure that contains several coupons.
Cuponera
Gift coupon
A coupon that can be given as a gift to another person for them to use.
Cupón regalo

Related Words

discount
Reduction of the original price of a product.
descuento
promotion
Marketing strategy aimed at increasing product sales.
promoción
offer
Attractive proposition that generally includes a lower price.
oferta

Slang Meanings

Valid for obtaining discounts in stores.
That coupon is a good one; you save a lot.
Ese cupón es de los buenos, te ahorras mucho.
It refers to the idea of taking advantage of something before it runs out.
You have to use that coupon before it expires.
Hay que usar ese cupón antes de que caduque.