What does "papelón" mean in English?

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Spanish

papelón

English

embarrassment

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Alternative translations of "papelón"

sugarloaf
blockhead
fiasco

Examples of how to use "papelón" in Spanish

Spanish
Hizo un papelón.
English
He made a fool of himself.
Spanish
Fue un papelón frente a todos.
English
It was a big embarrassment in front of everyone.
Spanish
Compré papelón para preparar la bebida.
English
I bought panela to prepare the drink.
Spanish
No quiero hacer papelón en la fiesta.
English
I don't want to embarrass myself at the party.
Spanish
El sabor del papelón es muy dulce.
English
The flavor of panela is very sweet.

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