What is the Spanish word for "steam"?

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

English

steam

Spanish

vapor

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Alternative translations of "steam"

hervir

Examples of how to use "steam" in Spanish

English
Hot steam is coming from the kettle.
Spanish
Vapor caliente sale de la tetera.
English
Steam rose from the hot cup of tea.
Spanish
El vapor se elevaba de la taza de té caliente.
English
She used steam to clean the kitchen tiles.
Spanish
Ella usó vapor para limpiar los azulejos de la cocina.
English
The train released steam as it started moving.
Spanish
El tren soltó vapor al comenzar a moverse.
English
Cover the pot to keep the steam inside.
Spanish
Cubre la olla para mantener el vapor adentro.

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