Spanish Conversation · Level 67
60 words
Spanish word
Kleenex
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈklineks/
Meaning
- masculine nountissue
Example
¿Tienes un Kleenex?
Do you have a tissue?
More examples
Me soné la nariz con un Kleenex.
I blew my nose with a Kleenex.
Core concept
Single disposable paper handkerchief.
Common phrases
pedir un Kleenex
ask for a Kleenex
necesitar un Kleenex
need a Kleenex
limpiarse la nariz con un Kleenex
blow one's nose with a Kleenex
Similar words
pañuelo de papel: Single-use thin paper sheet for blowing the nose or wiping small spills on the face.
pañuelo: Reusable cloth handkerchief for blowing the nose or drying tears, washed between uses.
servilleta: Paper napkin used at the table to wipe the mouth and hands during meals.
tissue: Thin disposable paper used to wipe the nose or face, typically sold in boxes or pocket packs.
Definition in Spanish
Pañuelo de papel desechable que suele nombrarse por la marca Kleenex y se utiliza para sonarse la nariz o limpiar pequeñas manchas.
Word origin
The term comes from the Kleenex trademark by Kimberly-Clark, which was introduced for facial use and then became a generic name for disposable tissues.
Usage tips
- Asking '¿Tienes un Kleenex?' is common in everyday Spanish because the brand name is widely used like a regular count noun with an article.
Other meanings
- paper handkerchiefnoun