In Spanish, cornstarch is typically called “fécula de maíz”.

Breakdown:

• Fécula: Starch
• Maíz: Corn

So, fécula de maíz literally translates to “corn starch.”

You might also encounter almidón de maíz (which is another term used in some regions), where:

• Almidón means “starch” in general.

Both terms are used interchangeably, but fécula de maíz is the more common and widely recognized term for cornstarch in Spanish-speaking countries.

Regional Variations:

• In some Latin American countries, you might hear “almidón de maíz” more frequently, but “fécula de maíz” is generally understood across the Spanish-speaking world.
• In Spain, “almidón de maíz” is more commonly used.