boxes
word · lemma: box
/ˈbɑksəz/
BAHK-suhz
/bˈɒksɪz/
BOK-siz
Definition
Boxes are containers, usually with straight sides and a lid or opening, used to hold, pack, store, or move things. The word is the plural form of "box."
Usage & Nuances
Most often refers to physical containers: "cardboard boxes," "storage boxes," "lunch boxes." Be careful: English also uses "box" in other meanings, such as a square on a form or the verb "to box" in sports, but "boxes" as a noun usually means containers.
Spanish: cajasPortuguese (BR): caixasPortuguese (PT): caixasChinese (Simplified): 盒子 - 箱子Chinese (Traditional): 盒子 - 箱子Hindi: डिब्बे - बक्सेArabic: صناديق - علبBengali: বক্স - বাক্সRussian: коробкиJapanese: 箱（はこ）Vietnamese: hộpKorean: 상자들Turkish: kutularUrdu: ڈبےIndonesian: kotak
Example Sentences
The boxes are under the table.
basic
We need three boxes for the books.
basic
These boxes are very heavy.
basic
I still have a few boxes left to unpack.
natural
Can you grab those boxes from the garage?
natural
The delivery guy just dropped off six boxes at the door.
natural