matte
matte
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matte with Russian translation
matte usage examples
Я купил матовый чехол для телефона, чтобы на нём не было видно отпечатков пальцев.
I bought a matte phone case to stop fingerprints from showing.
Художник выбрал матовую краску для портрета, чтобы не было бликов.
The artist chose a matte paint for the portrait to avoid any glare.
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matte belongs to the topic "Colors and Materials". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
matte synonyms
What's the difference between matte / flat / low-sheen / non-reflective / dull / satin
We painted the ceiling flat white to hide imperfections.
slightly reflective; lower gloss than satin
The furniture has a low-sheen varnish that keeps the wood looking natural.
does not reflect light; technical description of no shine
Non-reflective glass reduces glare on the display.
The old paint looked dull after years of sun exposure.
low to medium sheen, subtle gloss
The kitchen cabinets have a satin finish that’s easy to clean.
very low sheen, a little more reflective than matte
We used eggshell paint in the hallway for easy cleaning and a soft sheen.
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How to pronounce matte and what this word means
matte means matte. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce matte
/ˈmæt/
matte translation
matte
matte examples
I bought a matte phone case to stop fingerprints from showing.
matte transcription
/ˈmæt/, /ˈmæt/
Questions about this word
matte meaning: what does it mean?
non-glossy
matte pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
matte is pronounced as /ˈmæt/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
matte definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
I bought a matte phone case to stop fingerprints from showing. Translation: Я купил матовый чехол для телефона, чтобы на нём не было видно отпечатков пальцев.
Is matte part of Colors and Materials vocabulary?
Yes, matte can be learned in the Colors and Materials topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is matte part of Clothing and Fashion vocabulary?
Yes, matte can be learned in the Clothing and Fashion topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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