Buscar
to paint
01
pintar
to cover a surface or object with a colored liquid, usually for decoration
Complex Transitive: to paint sth a color
Example
They spent the weekend painting their living room walls a soothing shade of blue.
Pasaron el fin de semana pintando las paredes de su sala de estar de un calmante tono azul.
To enhance the curb appeal, the homeowner chose to paint the front door a bold red.
Para realzar el atractivo exterior, el propietario decidió pintar la puerta principal de un rojo intenso.
02
pintar
to produce a picture or design with paint
Transitive: to paint a picture
Example
She painted a beautiful landscape of the countryside.
Ella pintó un hermoso paisaje del campo.
The artist painted a portrait of his wife using oil colors.
El artista pintó un retrato de su esposa usando colores al óleo.
03
pintar, describir
to describe or portray something in words
Transitive: to paint a description of something
Example
The author painted a vivid picture of the bustling city streets in his novel.
She painted a haunting scene of desolation and despair in her poetry.
04
pintar, dibujar
to use a brush or similar tool to apply a liquid substance onto a surface for decorative or protective purposes
Transitive: to paint a surface
Example
She painted the fence with a fresh coat of white paint.
He painted the trim around the windows using a small brush.
Paint
01
pintura
a colored liquid that you put on a surface to decorate or protect it
What is "paint"?
Paint is a liquid or paste used to cover surfaces and add color. It is made from pigments or dyes mixed with a sticky substance and a liquid that helps it spread and dry. Paint can be applied to different surfaces, such as walls, wood, or metal, to protect them and improve their appearance. It comes in different types, including water-based, oil-based, and specialty paints, each suited for specific uses and effects.
Example
She bought a can of blue paint to redecorate her bedroom.
The furniture was covered with a protective layer of paint to prevent damage.
02
colorete, rubor
makeup consisting of a pink or red powder applied to the cheeks
03
the rectangular area on a basketball court near the basket, where players often position themselves for close-range shots or rebounds
Example
The center stayed in the paint to grab rebounds and block shots.
Driving into the paint, the player scored an easy layup.
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