Traslucía (en. Translucent)
/tɾasluˈθia/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
The effect of allowing light to pass through a material.
The translucency of tracing paper allows light to filter gently.
La traslucía del papel cebolla permite que la luz se filtre suavemente.
Quality of a material that is not completely transparent.
The translucency of glass is ideal for creating privacy in the room.
La traslucía del vidrio es ideal para crear privacidad en la habitación.
Etymology
From Latin 'translucere', which means 'to let light pass through'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
ideal translucency
It refers to a perfect combination of light and shadow in interior design.
trasluz ideal
translucency in photography
Use of translucent materials to enhance lighting in portraits.
traslucía en fotografía
Related Words
translucent
That has the quality of allowing light to pass through partially.
translúcido
transparent
That allows total light passage without distortion.
transparente
lighting
Process or effect of making something visible through light.
iluminación
Slang Meanings
It is used to describe a situation that is unclear or confusing.
The conversation became translucent; nobody understood what they were saying.
La conversación se volvió traslucía, nadie entendía lo que decían.
It refers to something that is partially clear but not completely.
His intentions were translucent; it seemed he was hiding something.
Sus intenciones eran traslucías; parecía que ocultaba algo.