How to Say "softens" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “softens” is “esponja” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
verbB2
making something less rigid
Examples
La masa se esponja después de una hora.
The dough fluffs up after an hour.
¡Esponja los cojines del sofá!
Fluff up the sofa cushions!
Reflexive Use
This verb is often used with 'se' (esponjarse) when something fluffs up on its own, like bread rising.
Confusing Noun and Verb
Mistake: “Using 'el esponja' for the action.”
Correction: Use 'el esponjado' for the result, or 'esponja' as the 'he/she' action form.
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