Lata
Definition
(noun) Metal container used to store liquids or food
Examples
“Compré una lata de atún para la cena.”
“¿Me pasas la lata de aceite?”
Can you pass me the can of oil?
“La lata se abolló al caer al suelo.”
The can got dented when it fell to the floor.
“En la despensa quedan dos latas de sopa.”
There are two cans of soup left in the pantry.
“Anoche abrí una lata de tomates para la pasta.”
Last night I opened a can of tomatoes for the pasta.
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