noun
el bote (recipiente)
jar · can
Recipiente pequeño para guardar o llevar cosas, como pintura o comida. También puede ser una embarcación pequeña para andar por el agua.
Definition & meaning
The word bote has several distinct meanings depending on the context:
- Small boat: A small vessel used for navigation, typically propelled by oars or a small motor.
- Container/Jar: A cylindrical container, usually made of glass, plastic, or metal, used for storing food, liquids, or various objects.
- Bounce/Leap: The act of an object (like a ball) bouncing off a surface, or the act of a person or animal jumping upward.
- Tip/Gratuity: In some regions, it refers to a small sum of money given as a tip for a service.
- Jackpot: In the context of gambling or lotteries, it refers to the accumulated prize money.
Grammar & Word origin
- Grammar: It is a masculine noun (el bote). It is also the first-person singular present indicative form of the verb botar (to throw away, to bounce, or to launch a boat).
- Word origin: The word has multiple etymological roots. As a container, it comes from the Old French bot (cask). As a nautical term, it comes from the English boat. As a verb meaning to bounce or discard, it is related to the Old French boter (to push or thrust).
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- For boat: barca , lancha .
- For container: recipiente , frasco , tarro .
- For bounce: salto , brinco .
- For jackpot: premio , pozo .
Antonyms:
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Examples
Pon las galletas en ese bote.noun
Put the cookies in that jar.
Tengo un bote de pintura.noun
I have a can of paint.
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