pompones
/pompones/from spelling rules
The English phrase "pom poms" is translated into Spanish as pompones.
The term refers to decorative balls made of gathered fabric or plastic strips used by cheerleaders or for crafts.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Argentina, the term pompones is used for pom poms.
How do you pronounce it?
/pompones/
Did you know?
- The word pompones shares a root with the French 'pompon', which originally described the decorative tufts on military hats during the 18th century.
- In some Spanish-speaking countries, pompones can refer to the fluffy tails of certain animals or the fluffy seed heads of plants like the 'dandelion'.
- While pompones describes the spherical balls, Spanish speakers use borlas for the elongated tassels found on curtains or clothing.
Examples in context
- Los estudiantes del equipo de animadoras llevaban pompones durante el partido de fútbol.The cheerleading team students were carrying pom poms during the soccer match.
- Compré unos pompones de colores para la manualidad.I bought some colorful pom poms for the craft.
- Las animadoras usan pompones brillantes.The cheerleaders use shiny pom poms.
- Necesitamos más pompones para el disfraz.We need more pom poms for the costume.
Example conversation
Elena and Javier are preparing for a school parade.
- Javier¿Tienes los pompones para el desfile?Do you have the pom poms for the parade?
- ElenaSí, los tengo en la mochila.Yes, I have them in the backpack.
- JavierPerfecto, Elena, los usaremos ahora.Perfect, Elena, we will use them now.
- Elena¡Qué bien se ven!They look great!
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
