English–Spanish

“container” in Spanish

Spanish

Alsocontenedor · recipiente

Pronunciation

IPA/emˈbase/

Example

Necesitamos comprar envases para la fiesta.

We need to buy containers for the party.

Illustration for envase (container)

How to say “container” in Spanish

“Container” in Spanish is envase.

Product packaging or container for retail presentation.

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

Example sentences with envase

Este envase es reciclable.

This container is recyclable.

Tips for using envase

  • Envase refers to consumer-facing items such as bottles, jars, or boxes, while embalaje often refers to protective or bulk packing for transport.

Other Spanish words for “container”

Pon la botella en el contenedor de reciclaje.

Put the bottle in the recycling container.

¿Dónde está el recipiente para reciclar?

Where is the container for recycling?

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