How is the phrase papel de aluminio translated from Spanish to English

English translation
Foil
noun

Lámina de metal muy fina que se usa para envolver.

A very thin sheet of metal used for wrapping.

Examples with “papel de aluminio”

See how the word “papel de aluminio” is used in sentences

  • Envolví las sobras en papel de aluminio. — I wrapped the leftovers in foil.

  • El detective trabajó duro para frustrar el robo. — The detective worked hard to foil the robbery.

  • Su carácter alegre es el contrapunto de la seriedad de ella. — His cheerful personality is a foil to her seriousness.

  • ¿Me pasas el papel de plata, por favor? — Could you pass me the foil, please?

  • ¿Puedes desbaratar sus planes esta noche? — Can you foil their plans tonight?

  • En esta historia, el villano hace de contrapunto al héroe. — In this story, the villain acts as a foil for the hero.

  • La receta pide papel de aluminio. — The recipe calls for aluminum foil.

  • Siempre intenta chafarme los intentos de relajarme. — She always tries to foil my attempts to relax.

  • Los colores vivos del cuadro contrastan con el fondo oscuro. — The bright colors of the painting serve as a foil to the dark background.

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