What does "pólvora" mean in English?

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Spanish

pólvora

English

gunpowder

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Alternative translations of "pólvora"

powder
explosive powder

Examples of how to use "pólvora" in Spanish

Spanish
El barril estaba lleno de pólvora.
English
The barrel was full of gunpowder.
Spanish
La pólvora es peligrosa si no se guarda
English
Gunpowder is dangerous if not stored properly.
Spanish
Compró pólvora para las celebraciones del pueblo
English
He bought gunpowder for the town celebrations.
Spanish
No juegues con la pólvora por favor
English
Please don't play with the gunpowder.
Spanish
La policía encontró pólvora en el coche
English
The police found gunpowder in the car.

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El barril estaba lleno de pólvora.

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