sienna
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Noun — A reddish-brown pigment made from natural clay containing iron and manganese.
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How to use sienna
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
raw sienna
burnt sienna
Etymology
From Italian terra di Siena ("earth of Siena"), named after the Italian city of Siena, historically a major source of the clay pigment.
Full origin of sienna →Frequently asked questions
What does “sienna” mean?
The word “sienna” means a reddish-brown pigment made from natural clay containing iron and manganese. In plain terms, a warm reddish-brown colour or pigment, named after the Italian city where the clay was first used.
How do you pronounce “sienna”?
“Sienna” is pronounced see-EHN-uh (/siˈɛn.ə/ in IPA).
How do you use “sienna” in a sentence?
Here is “sienna” used in a sentence: “The painter mixed raw sienna into the shadows of the landscape.”
What part of speech is “sienna”?
Depending on how it is used, “sienna” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “sienna” come from?
The word “sienna” comes from Italian. From Italian terra di Siena ("earth of Siena"), named after the Italian city of Siena, historically a major source of the clay pigment.
How many meanings does “sienna” have?
“Sienna” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a reddish-brown pigment made from natural clay containing iron and manganese.
