Dessina (en. Drew)

/desi.na/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

verb

The action of graphically representing something using tools like a pencil or brush.

He drew a beautiful landscape.

Il dessina un paysage magnifique.

To create an image or illustration through drawing.

She drew a portrait of her friend.

Elle dessina un portrait de son ami.

To demonstrate an idea or concept through drawing.

The architect drew the plans for the house.

L'architecte dessina les plans de la maison.

The word 'dessina' is derived from the verb 'dessiner', which comes from the Latin 'designare' meaning 'to designate' or 'to mark'.

animated drawing

Film or series where animation is used to tell a story.

dessin animé

technical drawing

Graphical representation using specific conventions for engineering or architectural projects.

dessin technique

freehand drawing

Drawing done without aids such as rulers or compasses.

dessin à main levée

drawing

Act or manner of drawing; image produced by a drawing.

dessin

draftsman

A person who draws, often a professional in graphic arts.

dessinateur

draftswoman

A woman who draws, with the same role as a draftsman.

dessinatrice

Drawing that is not serious or done quickly.

This sketch is just a 'dessina', but it is fun.

Ce croquis n'est qu'un 'dessina', mais il est amusant.

A drawing that has a humorous or caricature-like connotation.

He made a 'dessina' of us, and it was hilarious.

Il a fait un 'dessina' de nous, et c'était hilarant.