plug (from the bottle)

The Spanish word 'tapón (de la botella)' translates to 'plug (from the bottle)' in English. This term is commonly used in the context of beverages, particularly when referring to a cork or stopper that is inserted into the top of a bottle to seal it. 'Tapón' can be used to refer to any type of stopper or plug, while the phrase 'de la botella' specifies that it's the plug from a bottle. Similar constructs are common in Spanish, where a general noun is followed by a specific descriptor in the format of 'de la/de lo/de los'.

Example sentences using: tapón (de la botella)

Se me perdió el tapón y no puedo cerrar la botella.

I lost the cap and I can't close the bottle.

This phrase indicates that the speaker has misplaced the cap of a bottle, which is essential for sealing it.

El tapón de la botella es muy difícil de quitar.

The cap of the bottle is very hard to remove.

In this sentence, the speaker is expressing that the cap of a certain bottle is challenging to open, perhaps requiring extra effort.

Siempre asegúrate de colocar el tapón después de usar la botella.

Always make sure to put the cap on after using the bottle.

This phrase advises someone to remember to replace the cap on the bottle after it has been used, emphasizing the importance of keeping it sealed.