How to Say "hot air" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “hot air” is “humo” — B2 level.
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nounB2informal
empty promises, boasting
Examples
Ese candidato solo vende humo, no tiene planes reales.
That candidate is just selling hot air (making empty promises), he has no real plans.
Desde que lo ascendieron, el humo se le ha subido a la cabeza.
Since he was promoted, the conceit has gone to his head (he has become arrogant).
Figurative Meaning
This meaning uses 'humo' because smoke is insubstantial and disappears quickly, symbolizing something that sounds impressive but has no real value.
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