Spanish word

cantimplora

Pronunciation

IPA/kantimˈploɾa/

Meaning

  • feminine nounwater bottle

Example

¿Has limpiado la cantimplora después de usarla?

Have you cleaned the water bottle after using it?

Illustration for cantimplora (water bottle)

More examples

Recuerda llenar la cantimplora antes de salir.

Remember to fill the water bottle before going out.

Core concept

Reusable outdoor water bottle with a narrow neck and cap for drinking while walking.

Common phrases

  • llenar la cantimplora

    fill the water bottle

  • llevar la cantimplora

    take the water bottle

  • limpiar la cantimplora

    wash the water bottle

Similar words

botella: Lightweight portable drink bottle for everyday carrying and quick sips on the go.
termo: Insulated flask-style bottle that keeps liquids hot or cold for extended periods.
garrafa: Large-capacity jug or canister with a wide mouth for storing and pouring several liters.

Definition in Spanish

Recipiente portátil para llevar agua u otros líquidos, pensado para beber directamente durante paseos, viajes o actividades al aire libre.

Word origin

Established in the 19th century to name small travel and military water vessels, the term reflects use of portable drinking containers rather than a single ancestral root.

Usage tips

  • Common in conversations about hiking, camping, or fieldwork, and talk of a cantimplora often leads to comments about cleaning, refilling, or capacity.

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