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    Pincel (en. Brush)

    /pin'sel/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A tool used to apply paint or ink.
    The artist used a fine brush for the details of the work.
    El artista utilizó un pincel fino para los detalles de la obra.
    Figurative use that refers to the way someone expresses themselves artistically.
    His brush is so delicate that it seems like magic.
    Su pincel es tan delicado que parece magia.
    Part of certain musical instruments, such as stringed ones, that is used to play.
    The brush of the instrument produces a unique sound.
    El pincel del instrumento produce un sonido único.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'penicillus', which means 'tail of an animal', referring to the shape of the brush.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    strokes of art
    Soft and delicate techniques in painting.
    pinceladas de arte
    to give a brush
    To add a touch or detail to something.
    dar un pincel
    with a brush hand
    To do something with delicacy and precision.
    con mano de pincel

    Related Words

    painting
    Substance that is applied to add color or protect surfaces.
    pintura
    artist
    Person who creates art.
    artista
    drawing
    Graphic representation of an object or idea.
    dibujo

    Slang Meanings

    It refers to a person who paints in an amateur way.
    That guy is a brush; he loves experimenting with colors.
    Ese chico es un pincel, le encanta experimentar con colores.
    Sometimes used to refer to someone who is inexperienced in a field.
    In this subject, you're a brush, but you'll learn soon.
    En esta materia, eres un pincel, pero aprenderás pronto.