blondas de papel
/blondas de papel/from spelling rules
The English phrase "paper doilies" is translated into Spanish as blondas de papel.
blondas de papel refers to small, decorative mats made of paper used for cakes or under glassware.
What does it mean word for word?
The term is composed of blondas (doilies/frills) and de papel (of paper).
Which one should you use?
The phrase encajes de papel can be used as a synonym, emphasizing the lace-like pattern.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form is blonda de papel.
How do you pronounce it?
/blondas de papel/
Did you know?
- While blondas describes the decorative mat, the word itself comes from the concept of 'blonde' or light-colored hair, suggesting a delicate, fine texture.
- In traditional Spanish home decor, placing a fabric blonda on a television or appliance was a common custom to protect the surface and add elegance.
- In some Spanish-speaking regions, instead of blondas, people might use the term mantelitos to refer to these small decorative pieces.
Examples in context
- Necesito unas blondas de papel para el pastel.I need some paper doilies for the cake.
- Pon las blondas de papel debajo de las copas.Put the paper doilies under the glasses.
- ¿Tienes blondas de papel blancas en la cocina?Do you have white paper doilies in the kitchen?
Example conversation
María and Javier are preparing a dessert for a party.
- MaríaJavier, ¿puedes buscar unas blondas de papel?Javier, can you look for some paper doilies?
- JavierSí, María, las buscaré en la alacena.Yes, María, I will look for them in the pantry.
- MaríaSon para decorar la base del pastel.They are to decorate the base of the cake.
- JavierEntendido, ya las encontré.Understood, I found them already.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
