Encajo (en. I fit)

/enˈka.xo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To place something in such a way that it fits perfectly.
The furniture fit perfectly in the living room space.
El mueble encajo perfectamente en el espacio de la sala.
To be suitable or appropriate for something.
Her lifestyle fits with that of her friends.
Su estilo de vida encaja con el de sus amigos.
To assume a function or role within a context.
She fits very well in the work team.
Ella encaja muy bien en el equipo de trabajo.

Etymology

From the verb 'encajar', which comes from the Latin 'incastrare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to fit into a mold
To adjust to a norm or expectation.
encajar en un molde
not fitting
To feel out of place.
no encajar
to fit an answer
To respond adequately to a question.
encajar una respuesta

Related Words

encajar
The base verb that indicates the action of placing something in a snug spot.
encajar
adjust
To modify something so that it adapts better to the situation.
ajustar
integrate
To include something within a whole.
integrar

Slang Meanings

To fit like a glove
The jacket fit him like a glove.
Le quedó la chaqueta encajar como un guante.
To fit things
At the party, we fit in many stories.
En la fiesta, encajamos muchas historias.