Spanish Conversation · Level 87
60 words
Spanish word
botijo
Pronunciation
IPA/boˈtixo/
Meaning
- masculine nounclay jug
Example
El botijo mantiene el agua fresca.
The clay jug keeps the water cool.
More examples
En el mercado local compré un botijo de barro.
At the local market I bought a clay jug.
Core concept
Traditional Spanish earthenware water pitcher with a side spout and handle.
Common phrases
botijo de barro
clay jug
llevar un botijo al picnic
take a clay jug to the picnic
Similar words
botella: Tall narrow-necked container for carrying and pouring drinks.
jarra: Large handled pitcher for serving and pouring beverages.
porrón: Glass or ceramic vessel with a narrow spout for drinking directly from the nozzle.
cantimplora: Portable metal or plastic water bottle for carrying drinks during outdoor activities.
Definition in Spanish
Recipiente tradicional de barro, típico en la cultura española, que conserva y enfría el agua gracias a la porosidad del material.
Word origin
The word derives from Latin buttĭculum 'small container' and in Spanish denotes the customary porous earthenware pitcher for keeping water cool.
Usage tips
- Although it looks similar to the English word 'bottle', botijo is not a generic bottle and usually denotes the classic porous water vessel.
Other meanings
- earthenware jugnoun
- water jarnoun