contener
Pronunciation
/kˌɔntenˈɛɾ/

Definition & Meaning of "contener"in Spanish

contener
01

contain, enclose

tener dentro o incluir algo en su interior
contener definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Composition
phrasal
State verb
Strong
Inseparable
1st person singular
contengo
3rd person singular
contiene
Present participle
conteniendo
Past simple
contuve
Past participle
contenido
Examples
La botella contiene agua mineral.
The bottle contains mineral water.
02

restrain, curb

controlar o moderar sentimientos, emociones o acciones
contener definition and meaning
Examples
Contuvieron las lágrimas hasta llegar a casa.
They restrained their tears until they got home.
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