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bufar means to snort / huff — a common term in Funny Words. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: August 29, 2025

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bufar

verb • /[boo-FAR]/

to snort / huff

Example:

Bufó cuando perdió el juego.

He snorted when he lost the game.

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🧠 What does bufar mean?

Bufar in Spanish means to snort, puff, or huff. It describes the sound and action of exhaling air forcefully and often audibly through the nose or mouth, usually as an expression of annoyance, impatience, exertion, or amusement. Think of a cartoon bull about to charge – that little snort they do? That's 'bufar'. It can also be used to describe the sound a bellows makes or even a train puffing along.

📚 Extra examples

  • ¡Buf! Qué calor hace hoy.
    Ugh! It's so hot today.
  • Estaba tan enojado que empezó a bufar como un toro.
    He was so angry he started snorting like a bull.
  • El tren bufaba mientras subía la colina.
    The train was puffing as it went up the hill.
  • Bufó de impaciencia mientras esperaba en la fila.
    She huffed impatiently as she waited in line.
  • Cuando le conté el chiste, bufó de risa.
    When I told him the joke, he snorted with laughter.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'to snort / huff' in Spanish?
The most common way to say 'to snort / huff' in Spanish is 'bufar'.
How do you pronounce 'bufar' in Spanish?
It's pronounced boo-FAR, with the stress on the second syllable.
How do you use 'bufar' in a sentence?
You can use 'bufar' to express annoyance, like saying '¡Buf! ¡Qué día!' (Ugh, what a day!). Or to describe a sound, like 'El tren bufaba al salir de la estación' (The train puffed as it left the station).
What is the English translation of 'bufar'?
The English translation of 'bufar' is 'to snort', 'to huff', 'to puff', or 'to pant'.
Does 'bufar' change for gender or number?
The conjugation of 'bufar' changes depending on the tense and subject pronoun, but it doesn't change for gender or number specifically.
Is 'bufar' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'bufar' is fairly common and easily understood in everyday Spanish.
Does 'bufar' have slang or double meanings?
While primarily used for the sound, 'bufar' can sometimes carry a slight connotation of annoyance or disapproval, but it doesn't have any true double meanings or slang usage.
Is 'bufar' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning and usage of 'bufar' are generally consistent across both Spain and Latin America.
How do you conjugate 'bufar' in Spanish?
Here are some common conjugations: Yo bufo, Tú bufas, Él/Ella/Usted bufa, Nosotros/as bufamos, Vosotros/as bufáis, Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes bufan.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "bufar"

Synonyms: resoplar, jadear, soplar

💡 Did You Know?

The sound of 'bufar' is often used in cartoons and comics to visually represent a character's frustration or exertion!

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