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estornijón means sneeze attack — a common term in Funny Words. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: January 26, 2026

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estornijón

noun • /[es-tor-nee-HON]/

sneeze attack

Example:

Me dio un estornijón brutal.

I had a brutal sneeze attack.

🧠 What does estornijón mean?

An 'estornijón' is a colloquial term for a single, very loud, or violent sneeze, or a series of sneezes in quick succession. The word is formed by taking the root of the verb 'estornudar' (to sneeze) and adding the augmentative suffix '-ón', which emphasizes largeness or intensity. It is an expressive way to describe a sneeze that is particularly strong or uncontrollable.

📚 Extra examples

  • El polvo de la estantería me provocó un estornijón que retumbó en toda la casa.
    The dust from the bookshelf caused me to have a huge sneeze that echoed throughout the house.
  • Soltó un estornijón tan fuerte que se le cayeron las gafas.
    He let out such a powerful sneeze that his glasses fell off.
  • Tengo una alergia terrible; he estado con estornijones toda la mañana.
    I have terrible allergies; I've been having sneeze attacks all morning.

💡 Did You Know?

'Estornijón' is a great example of a Spanish augmentative ('aumentativo'). The suffix '-ón' is frequently added to nouns to denote a larger or more intense version of the original word. Other examples include 'un portón' (a large gate, from 'puerta') or 'un problemón' (a huge problem, from 'problema').

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "estornijón"

Synonyms: estornudo fuerte, ataque de estornudos, estornudo violento

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'sneeze attack' in Spanish?
A common and expressive way to say 'sneeze attack' or 'a huge sneeze' is 'estornijón'. For a more standard or clinical description, you could use 'un ataque de estornudos' or 'una serie de estornudos'.
How do you pronounce 'estornijón' in Spanish?
The word is pronounced es-tor-ni-JÓN. The stress falls on the final syllable, and the 'j' sound is strong, similar to the 'h' in the English word 'loch'.
How do you use 'estornijón' in a sentence?
'Estornijón' is a masculine noun. It is often used with verbs like 'dar' or 'soltar'. For example: 'Me dio un estornijón por el frío' (The cold gave me a huge sneeze) or 'Soltó un estornijón repentino' (He let out a sudden, powerful sneeze).
What is the English translation of 'estornijón'?
The best English translations are 'sneeze attack', 'a powerful sneeze', or 'a huge sneeze'. It conveys the intensity and often abrupt nature of the sneeze.
Does 'estornijón' change for gender or number?
'Estornijón' is a masculine noun and its plural is 'estornijones'. It does not have a feminine form. For example: 'Los estornijones del resfriado me tienen agotado' (The sneeze attacks from this cold have me exhausted).
Is 'estornijón' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'estornijón' is quite common in colloquial, everyday Spanish across many regions. It is an informal word used to add emphasis or color when describing a strong sneeze. It would be less common in very formal or medical writing.
Does 'estornijón' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'estornijón' does not have any common slang or secondary meanings. Its use is consistently tied to the act of sneezing forcefully.
Is 'estornijón' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The word 'estornijón' is widely understood and used in both Spain and Latin America with the same meaning. Its usage is consistent across the Spanish-speaking world.

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