From Latin canna, meaning reed, ultimately from Greek kánna. Many later senses developed from the hollow, straight shape of a cane or from products made with sugarcane.
From Latin canna, meaning reed, ultimately from Greek kánna. Many later senses developed from the hollow, straight shape of a cane or from products made with sugarcane.
What does caña mean in Spain?
In Spain, caña commonly means a small draught beer, its narrow glass, a fishing rod, a reedlike stem, or the shaft of a boot, depending on context.
Is caña masculine or feminine?
Caña is feminine, so it normally takes la in the singular and las in the plural.
What is the plural of caña?
The regular plural is cañas, and the letter ñ must be kept.
Does caña mean sugarcane?
Yes. In many American countries, bare caña commonly stands for caña de azúcar.
Can caña mean a drink?
Yes. It can be a small beer in Spain, sugarcane spirit in several American countries, or alcohol generally in some regions.
Why does caña have so many meanings?
The basic idea is a hollow straight stem. Its shape and its uses motivated names for glasses, rods, clothing parts, instrument reeds, and regional objects.