obstruir los poros
/obstɾwiɾ los poɾos/from spelling rules
To say 'clog pores' in Spanish, you say obstruir los poros.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the verb obstruir (to obstruct/clog) and the noun phrase los poros (the pores).
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
You can use obstruir los poros or obturar los poros for formal situations. For a colloquial expression, you can say Tapar los poritos.
How do you pronounce it?
/obstɾwiɾ los poɾos/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, skincare products that do not obstruir los poros are often labeled as no comedogénico. This term is borrowed directly from the Greek word for 'comedo', meaning a blackhead.
- While obstruir is the standard term for 'clog', the more formal obturar is specifically used in medical and dental contexts, such as when a dentist fills a cavity.
- If you were to talk about a clogged pipe instead of skin, you would likely use the verb atascar instead of obstruir.
Examples in context
- Utiliza una crema especializada para evitar que se obstruyan los poros de tu piel.Use a specialized cream to prevent your pores from clogging.
- Me encanta ese maquillaje, pero tengo miedo de que tape mis poritos.I love that makeup, but I'm afraid it might clog my pores.
- Este aceite puede obstruir los poros.This oil can clog pores.
- El exceso de grasa puede obstruir los poros.Excess oil can clog the pores.
- Este maquillaje suele obstruir los poros.This makeup tends to clog the pores.
- Debes limpiar tu piel para no obstruir los poros.You must clean your skin to avoid clogging the pores.
Example conversation
Sofía and Daniel are discussing skincare products in a pharmacy.
- Sofía¿Es bueno este aceite para la cara?Is this facial oil good?
- DanielNo, ese producto puede obstruir los poros.No, that product can clog the pores.
- SofíaNo lo sabía, gracias por el consejo.I didn't know that, thanks for the advice.
- DanielDe nada, Sofía. Busca uno ligero.You're welcome, Sofía. Look for a light one.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
