What is the Spanish word for "ointment"?

Learn how to say "ointment" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

ointment

Spanish

ungüento

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Alternative translations of "ointment"

pomada

Examples of how to use "ointment" in Spanish

English
Apply the ointment to the affected area.
Spanish
Aplica la pomada en la zona afectada.
English
Apply the ointment to the small cut gently.
Spanish
Aplica la pomada en la pequeña cortada con cuidado.
English
The pharmacist recommended a mild ointment for eczema.
Spanish
El farmacéutico recomendó una pomada suave para el eccema.
English
He carried a tube of ointment in his bag.
Spanish
Llevaba un tubo de pomada en su bolso.
English
Warm the ointment slightly before you spread it.
Spanish
Calienta ligeramente la pomada antes de extenderla.

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