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How is the word contener translated from Spanish to English

Tener algo dentro.

To have something inside.

verb
English translation
contain

Examples with “contener”

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  • La caja contiene cartas antiguas. — The box contains old letters.

  • Los bomberos contuvieron el incendio. — Firefighters contained the blaze.

  • ¿Esta salsa contiene frutos secos? — Does this sauce contain nuts?

  • Hay que contener la fuga antes de que se extienda. — We must contain the leak before it spreads.

  • El informe no contenía ni una cifra. — The report contained no numbers at all.

  • ¿Ya han contenido la inundación? — Has the flooding been contained yet?

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FAQ about “contener”

How is “contener” translated from Spanish?
“contener” translates into English as “contain”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “contener” mean?
Meaning of “contener”: Tener algo dentro. In English — “contain”.
What part of speech is “contener”?
“contener” is a verb.
Where can I see examples with “contener”?
Example sentences with “contener” and their English translation are on this page, with more in the VibeLing app.
How can I memorize “contener”?
Add “contener” to your VibeLing vocabulary: you get the translation, transcription and examples, and spaced repetition brings the word back right when you start to forget it.