English–Spanish

“can” in Spanish

Spanish

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Pronunciation

IPA/ˈlata/

Example

Pon la lata en la mesa.

Put the can on the table.

Illustration for lata (can)

How to say “can” in Spanish

“Can” in Spanish is lata.

Small sealed tin used to store food or drink.

Full entry for lata: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with lata

¡Qué lata!

What a nuisance!

Tips for using lata

  • Although the closest English gloss is 'can', lata never expresses ability or permission in Spanish, so avoid translating English modal 'can' with lata.

Other Spanish words for “can”

No puedo venir mañana.

I can't come tomorrow.

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