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    Barniz (en. Varnish)

    /barˈniθ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Liquid substance used as a protective and decorative coating.
    The furniture acquired a spectacular shine after applying varnish.
    El mueble adquirió un brillo espectacular después de aplicar barniz.
    In painting, the finish given to works to preserve them and provide a shiny appearance.
    The painter used a varnish to give his work a professional finish.
    El pintor utilizó un barniz para darle un acabado profesional a su obra.
    Layer of varnish applied in the field of art restoration.
    The restorer applied a special varnish to protect the old painting.
    La restauradora aplicó un barniz especial para proteger la pintura antigua.

    Etymology

    From the French 'vernis', which refers to a shiny coating.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give a varnish
    To give a shiny finish to something.
    dar barniz
    to be as good as new
    Refers to an object that has received a good varnish and is in excellent condition.
    estar como nuevo

    Related Words

    lacquer
    Similar substance used to give shine and protection.
    laca
    resin
    Organic substance used in some types of varnish.
    resina
    paint
    Liquid substance used to cover and decorate surfaces.
    pintura

    Slang Meanings

    To make something more attractive or presentable.
    That presentation needs a little varnish to impress us.
    Esa presentación necesita un poco de barniz para impresionarnos.
    To cover something with a false appearance.
    Her smile was just a varnish; she was very worried inside.
    Su sonrisa era solo barniz; estaba muy preocupado por dentro.