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    Vasija (en. Vessel)

    /baˈsi.xa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A container used to store or serve liquids.
    The clay pot is used to keep water.
    La vasija de barro sirve para conservar el agua.
    Decorative element that can be used in home decor.
    They placed a glass jar on the dining table.
    Colocaron una vasija de cristal en la mesa del comedor.
    Container that can come in different shapes and sizes, depending on its use.
    I bought a huge jar to put flowers in.
    Compré una vasija enorme para poner flores.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'vasica', diminutive of 'vas' meaning 'container'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    clay pot
    Container made of clay, typical in pottery.
    vasija de barro
    fill the jar
    Expression that means to supply or complete something.
    llena la vasija
    flower pot
    Decorative container used for holding flowers.
    vasija de flores

    Related Words

    pitcher
    A large container, usually made of clay, used to carry water.
    cántaro
    jug
    Container, usually made of glass or ceramic, used for liquids.
    jarra
    container
    Container used to store products.
    envase

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to a person who has many things accumulated.
    Don’t be a vase, tidy up your room!
    No seas vasija, ¡ordena tu habitación!
    Symbolizes something that is fragile or delicate.
    She is like a vase in the midst of so much disorder.
    Ella es como una vasija en medio de tanto desorden.