Empaquen (en. Pack)

/emˈpa.ken/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
The action of putting objects in a package for storage or shipping.
It is necessary to pack all the products before sending them.
Es necesario que empaquen todos los productos antes de enviarlos.
The act of preparing a set of things for transport.
We are going to pack the gifts for the party.
Vamos a empaquen los regalos para la fiesta.
The action of organizing things that need to be transported in a compact manner.
If you do not pack correctly, the objects may get damaged.
Si no empaquen correctamente, los objetos pueden dañarse.

Etymology

It derives from the verb 'empaquear', which comes from the French 'emballer' meaning to wrap or pack.

Common Phrases and Expressions

pack the things
Indicates that objects should be prepared for transport.
empaquen las cosas
pack quickly
Requests that packing be done in a short time.
empaquen rápido
pack carefully
Recommends packing objects delicately to avoid damage.
empaquen con cuidado

Related Words

pack
Verb meaning to put things in packages.
empaquetar
package
A set of things that have been packed.
paquete
packaging
The process of preparing goods for transport.
embalaje

Slang Meanings

To pack quickly and carelessly.
I had to pack when I arrived late at the airport.
Tuve que empaquen cuando llegué tarde al aeropuerto.
To gather several things into a single package.
We are going to pack all the food in a box to take away.
Vamos a empaquen toda la comida en una caja para llevar.