crates
word · lemma: crate
/ˈkɹeɪts/
/kɹˈeɪts/
Definition
Strong boxes, usually made of wood or plastic, used for storing or transporting things. "Crates" is the plural form of "crate."
Usage & Nuances
"Crates" typically refer to large, strong containers used for shipping, storage, or moving. Common collocations: "wooden crates," "plastic crates," "stack crates." Not to be confused with regular "boxes," which are often made of cardboard and less sturdy.
Spanish: cajas (de madera/plástico)Portuguese (BR): caixotesPortuguese (PT): caixotesChinese (Simplified): 箱子 (木箱/大箱子)Chinese (Traditional): 箱子 (木箱/大箱子)Hindi: बक्से (लकड़ी या प्लास्टिक के)Arabic: صناديق (خشب أو بلاستيك)Bengali: খাঁচা - বাক্স (মজবুত)Russian: ящикиJapanese: 木箱 - クレートVietnamese: thùng lớn - thùng gỗKorean: 상자 - 나무상자Turkish: sandalye kasası - sandıkUrdu: کریٹس - مضبوط بکسےIndonesian: peti - keranjang besar
Example Sentences
We need more crates to carry the apples.
basic
The bottles are kept in large crates.
basic
The workers loaded the crates onto the truck.
basic
We stacked the crates in the corner to save space.
natural
After the move, we still have a bunch of empty crates lying around.
natural
All the fresh vegetables come packed in crates every morning.
natural