English Meaning & Definitions
To apply paint, color, or dye to a surface or object.
- “Eles vão pintar as paredes do quarto de azul.”
- “Ela gosta de pintar quadros nas horas vagas.”
To depict, portray, or describe something in words or art.
- “O romance pinta um retrato fiel da sociedade do século XIX.”
Informally, to arise, appear, or happen suddenly.
- “Pintou uma dúvida sobre o horário da reunião.”
- “Se pintar uma oportunidade, me avise.”
English Antonyms & Opposites
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Compare formal, informal, literary synonyms and register nuances for “pintar”.
Derived from Vulgar Latin *pinctāre*, a frequentative form of Classical Latin *pingere* (meaning 'to paint' or 'to depict'). It shares common ancestral roots with Spanish 'pintar', French 'peindre', and the English word 'picture'.
Think of PINning ART on your wall right after you PINTAR (paint) it.
Frequently Asked Questions About “pintar”
1. What is the meaning of “pintar” in English?
In English, pintar (verb) is defined as: “To apply paint, color, or dye to a surface or object.”.
2. How do you use “pintar” in a sentence?
“Eles vão pintar as paredes do quarto de azul.”
3. What are English synonyms of “pintar”?
4. What is the etymology and word origin of “pintar”?
Derived from Vulgar Latin *pinctāre*, a frequentative form of Classical Latin *pingere* (meaning 'to paint' or 'to depict'). It shares common ancestral roots with Spanish 'pintar', French 'peindre', and the English word 'picture'.
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