Meaning
container
- A hollow object used to hold liquids or other substances; container or vessel.
In a sentence
Versa l'acqua in un recipiente capiente.
Pour the water into a large container.
Non lasciare il recipiente aperto sul tavolo.
Don't leave the container open on the table.
Hai trovato un recipiente adatto per la farina?
Did you find a suitable container for the flour?
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| recipiente | masculine · singular |
| recipienti | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- A general term for bowls, tubs, jars, or pots designed to hold contents.
- Ends in -e and is masculine; the plural is recipienti.