How to Say "dross" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “dross” is “escoria” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
nounB2
impurities on the surface of molten metal
Examples
La escoria que se produce al fundir el hierro debe ser retirada y desechada.
The slag produced when melting iron must be removed and discarded.
Encontraron restos de escoria antigua en el sitio de la mina romana.
They found remains of ancient dross at the Roman mine site.
Always Feminine
Even though it refers to material waste, 'escoria' is always a feminine word, so you must use 'la escoria' or 'una escoria'.
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