base en polvo
/base en polbo/from spelling rules
The English phrase "powder foundation" is translated into Spanish as base en polvo.
This phrase refers to a cosmetic product used to cover blemishes and even out skin tone that comes in a powdered form.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of base (foundation), en (in) and polvo (powder).
Which one should you use?
While base en polvo refers specifically to foundation, the term polvos de maquillaje is a more general term for various types of makeup powders.
Did you know?
- Using the phrase echarse polvos can be ambiguous because polvos is a common slang term for sexual intercourse in several Spanish speaking countries.
- The word polvo shares the same Proto-Indo-European root as the English word 'flour', as both stem from the concept of finely ground particles.
- The term polvos is almost always used in the plural when referring to cosmetics, even if you are talking about a single compact of powder foundation.
Examples in context
- ¿Dónde puedo encontrar base de maquillaje en polvo?Where can I find powder foundation?
- Este producto es una base en polvo de alta calidadThis product is a high-quality powder foundation
- ¡Me encanta tu base de maquillaje en polvo!I love your powder foundation!
- Esta es mi base de maquillaje en polvo favoritaThis is my favorite powder foundation
- Estos son mis polvos compactos favoritosThese are my favorite compact powders
- ¿Tienes alguna recomendación para una base en polvo de larga duración?Do you have any recommendations for a long-lasting powder foundation?
- Sí, te sugiero probar esta base de maquillaje en polvo de la marca X, es excelente para eso.Yes, I suggest you try this powder foundation from brand X, it's excellent for that.
- Generalmente uso una base de maquillaje en polvo de la marca Y, me encanta cómo queda en mi piel.I typically use a powder foundation from brand Y. I love how it looks on my skin.
- Necesito comprar una base en polvo para mi piel.I need to buy a powder foundation for my skin.
- Necesito comprar una base en polvo.I need to buy a powder foundation.
- Esta base en polvo es muy buena.This powder foundation is very good.
- ¿Prefieres la base en crema o la base en polvo?Do you prefer cream foundation or powder foundation?
Example conversation
Elena is looking for makeup in a cosmetics store.
- DanielElena, ¿qué estás buscando?Elena, what are you looking for?
- ElenaBusco una base en polvo para mi piel.I am looking for a powder foundation for my skin.
- DanielEsa base en polvo te quedaría muy bien.That powder foundation would look very good on you.
- ElenaGracias, Daniel, la voy a probar.Thanks, Daniel, I am going to try it.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries base, en, polvo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
