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cucurucho means cone — a common term in Funny Words. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: January 17, 2026

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cucurucho

noun • /[koo-koo-ROO-cho]/

cone

Example:

Quiero helado en cucurucho.

I want ice cream in a cone.

🧠 What does cucurucho mean?

A 'cucurucho' is a cone-shaped object, typically made by rolling a thin, flexible material like paper or a wafer. It is commonly used as a container for food items such as ice cream, roasted chestnuts, candy, or churros. The term also refers to the tall, pointed hats, known as 'capirotes', worn during certain traditional processions in Spain.

📚 Extra examples

  • En la feria me compré un cucurucho de almendras garrapiñadas.
    At the fair, I bought myself a paper cone of candied almonds.
  • El niño pidió un cucurucho de helado de fresa y vainilla.
    The child asked for a cone of strawberry and vanilla ice cream.
  • En invierno, es típico ver puestos vendiendo castañas asadas en cucuruchos de periódico.
    In winter, it's typical to see stalls selling roasted chestnuts in newspaper cones.
  • Los nazarenos llevan un cucurucho morado en la procesión del Jueves Santo.
    The Nazarenos wear a purple conical hood in the Holy Thursday procession.

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'cucurucho' is strongly associated with the 'capirote', the tall, conical hat worn by penitents, or 'nazarenos', during Holy Week (Semana Santa) processions in Spain. This striking and symbolic attire has deep historical and religious roots.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "cucurucho"

Synonyms: cono, cornete

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'cone' in Spanish?
The general word for a geometric cone is 'cono'. For an ice cream cone, both 'cono' and 'cucurucho' are used, with 'cono' being more common overall. 'Cucurucho' specifically emphasizes a cone made of a rolled sheet, like paper or a wafer.
How do you pronounce 'cucurucho' in Spanish?
The pronunciation is koo-koo-ROO-cho. The stress falls on the second-to-last syllable, 'ru'.
How do you use 'cucurucho' in a sentence?
An example is: 'Me dio las flores en un cucurucho de papel para protegerlas.' This means, 'He gave me the flowers in a paper cone to protect them.'
What is the English translation of 'cucurucho'?
The most direct English translation is 'cone', particularly a paper cone or a cornet.
Does 'cucurucho' change for gender or number?
'Cucurucho' is a masculine noun. Its plural form is 'cucuruchos'. For example, 'dos cucuruchos de helado'.
Is 'cucurucho' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, it is fairly common, especially when talking about food sold in paper cones (like sweets or nuts) and in the cultural context of religious festivals in Spain.
Does 'cucurucho' have slang or double meanings?
'Cucurucho' does not have any widespread slang or secondary meanings. It consistently refers to a cone-shaped object.
Is 'cucurucho' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The usage is very similar. In Spain, it has a strong association with the 'capirotes' worn during Holy Week. In both Spain and Latin America, it is used for food cones, although in Latin America, 'cono' might be more frequent for ice cream.

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