Spanish Expression · Advanced
poner una compresa fría
apply a cold compress
Pronunciation: poner una compresa fría
Meaning
A natural Spanish expression used to convey: apply a cold compress.
Example
Pon una compresa fría sobre la zona hinchada.
Apply a cold compress to the swollen area.
Practice tips
- Practice poner una compresa fría out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish expression is for advanced-level learners.