can
can
kæn
kān
British pronunciation
/kæn/

Definición y significado de "can"en inglés

01

poder

to be able to do somehing, make something, etc.
Transitive
can definition and meaning
example
Ejemplos
The skilled chef can prepare a variety of delicious dishes.
El chef habilidoso puede preparar una variedad de platos deliciosos.
02

despedir, destituir

terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position
to can definition and meaning
03

enlatar, conservar en lata

to preserve food by sealing it in an airtight container, typically made of metal, through sterilization and vacuum sealing
example
Ejemplos
The food company cans various soups and sauces using modern canning techniques to extend their shelf life.
La empresa de alimentos enlata varias sopas y salsas utilizando técnicas modernas de enlatado para extender su vida útil.
04

poder, ser capaz de

used to express that something is possible or may happen, exist, or be true
Transitive
example
Ejemplos
This disease can affect people of all ages.
Esta enfermedad puede afectar a personas de todas las edades.
05

poder

used to present an offer or suggestion
Transitive
06

poder

to authorize or give permission for something
Transitive
01

lata, bote

a container, made of metal, used for storing food or drink
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can definition and meaning
example
Ejemplos
The vending machine was stocked with various cans of fruit juices and iced teas.
La máquina expendedora estaba surtida con varias latas de jugos de frutas y tés helados.
1.1

lata

the amount or contents within a cylindrical container made of metal or aluminum
example
Ejemplos
In the pantry, there were cans of tomatoes and beans ready for use in various recipes.
En la despensa, había latas de tomates y frijoles listas para usar en varias recetas.
02

baño, servicio

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets
can definition and meaning
03

inodoro, retrete

a plumbing fixture for defecation and urination
can definition and meaning
04

trasero, nalgas

a person's buttocks
can definition and meaning
InformalInformal
example
Ejemplos
She jokingly told him he needed a swift kick in the can.
Ella le dijo en broma que necesitaba una patada rápida en el trasero.
05

boya, flotador

a buoy with a round bottom and conical top
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