What is the Spanish word for "popcorn"?

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

English

popcorn

Spanish

palomitas de maíz

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Examples of how to use "popcorn" in Spanish

English
I love to eat popcorn at the movies.
Spanish
Me encanta comer palomitas en el cine.
English
I bought popcorn for the movie night.
Spanish
Compré palomitas para la noche de películas.
English
She shared her popcorn with the children.
Spanish
Ella compartió sus palomitas con los niños.
English
The popcorn smelled buttery and very fresh.
Spanish
Las palomitas olían a mantequilla y estaban muy frescas.
English
We ate popcorn while watching the game.
Spanish
Comimos palomitas mientras veíamos el partido.

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