Example: En esta caja no tiene cabida un objeto tan grande.
Definition
"Tener cabida" means to have enough space or capacity to accommodate something. It is often used to express whether an object or concept can fit within a certain area or limit, as in the example phrase where a large object cannot fit inside a box.
Translations
to have a place
een plaats hebben
tenir cabuda
avoir sa place
Platz haben
Etymology
The phrase "tener cabida" comes from the Spanish verb 'tener' meaning 'to have' and the noun 'cabida,' which refers to capacity or space. 'Cabida' originates from the Latin 'capere,' meaning 'to take' or 'to hold.' Did you know? The notion of 'cabida' is closely linked to the idea of something being able to be held or contained within a certain boundary.
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"Tener cabida" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (B2) - parte 1", containing 105 commonly used expressions.
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to have a place