cajas
“cajas” means “boxes” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
boxes, crates
Also: cases
📝 In Action
Compré diez cajas de cartón para empacar mis libros.
A1I bought ten cardboard boxes to pack my books.
Por favor, pon las cajas grandes en el garaje.
A1Please put the large crates in the garage.
cash registers, checkouts
Also: tills
📝 In Action
Hay una fila muy larga en las cajas del supermercado.
A2There is a very long line at the supermarket checkouts.
El gerente abrió dos cajas más para acelerar el servicio.
B1The manager opened two more cash registers to speed up the service.
speakers, loudspeakers
📝 In Action
Necesitamos conectar las cajas de sonido al amplificador.
B1We need to connect the speakers to the amplifier.
Estas cajas producen un sonido muy nítido.
B2These speakers produce a very clear sound.
Translate to Spanish
Words that translate to "cajas" in Spanish:
boxes→cases→cash registers→checkouts→crates→loudspeakers→speakers→tills→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: cajas
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'cajas' to mean 'checkouts'?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word 'caja' comes from the Latin word *capsa*, which meant 'box' or 'case,' especially one used for holding scrolls or documents. This history explains why it refers not just to a container, but also to a place where valuable things (like money) are kept.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
If I want to ask for the bank, should I use 'cajas'?
No. While 'caja' sometimes means 'bank' or 'savings bank' (like 'caja de ahorros'), the standard word for a bank is 'banco'. Use 'cajas' only when referring to the actual cash registers or tills inside a store.
What is the difference between 'cajas' and 'cajones'?
'Cajas' are usually removable containers (like cardboard boxes). 'Cajones' (drawers) are typically part of a piece of furniture (like a desk or chest) and are pulled out, not carried.