tina
“tina” means “bathtub” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
bathtub
Also: tub
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Me encanta relajarme en la tina después de un día largo.
A1I love relaxing in the bathtub after a long day.
¿Tu apartamento nuevo tiene tina o solo ducha?
A2Does your new apartment have a tub or just a shower?
vat
Also: tub, tank
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El vino se está fermentando en una gran tina de roble.
B1The wine is fermenting in a large oak vat.
Necesitamos una tina para mezclar el cemento.
B2We need a tub (or mixing container) to mix the cement.
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Which Spanish word is a common synonym for 'tina' when referring to the bathroom fixture, particularly in Spain?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes directly from the Latin word *tina*, which meant a large jar or vessel, often specifically used for wine. This explains both the modern 'bathtub' and 'vat' meanings.
First recorded: Documented in Spanish texts since the Middle Ages.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'tina' feminine or masculine?
'Tina' is a feminine noun, so you always use feminine articles and adjectives with it (e.g., 'la tina', 'una tina grande').
What is the difference between 'tina' and 'tinaco'?
'Tina' is typically the bathtub or a large utility vat. 'Tinaco' is a specific word, common in Mexico and Central America, referring to the large water storage tank often placed on the roof of a house.