This is the 8319th most frequent Spanish word.
polvo
"Polvo" means "dust" in English.
In this sentence, 'polvo' refers to dust, which consists of fine particles that accumulate on surfaces when not cleaned frequently.
El polvo cubría todos los muebles después de semanas sin limpiar.
The dust covered all the furniture after weeks without cleaning.
Here, 'polvo' denotes baking powder, a dry chemical ingredient used in cooking as a leavening agent.
Compré un polvo para hornear que es ideal para hacer pasteles.
I bought baking powder that is ideal for making cakes.
In this context, 'polvo' describes fine particles, synonymous with sand, at the beach.