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veneer in Chinese

veneer in Chinese is 清漆, 塗漆 — veneer means a thin decorative layer of a finer material, usually wood, glued over a cheaper surface underneath.

veneer in Chinese

清漆
noun
Pronounced: qīng qī
An attractive appearance that covers or disguises one's true nature or feelings, the veneer of culture.
塗漆
verb
Pronounced: tú qī
(transitive, woodworking) To apply veneer to.

What does "veneer" mean?

  1. noun A thin decorative layer of a finer material, usually wood, glued over a cheaper surface underneath.
    "The desk was made of plywood covered in an oak veneer."
  2. noun A surface appearance that hides someone's true character or feelings underneath.
    "Beneath his charming veneer, he was deeply insecure."
  3. verb To apply a thin decorative covering to a surface.
    "The cabinetmaker veneered the table top with walnut."
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veneer in a sentence

  • The desk was made of plywood covered in an oak veneer.
  • Beneath his charming veneer, he was deeply insecure.
  • The company kept up a veneer of transparency while hiding the real numbers.
  • The cabinetmaker veneered the table top with walnut.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "veneer" in Chinese?

"veneer" in Chinese is 清漆, 塗漆. veneer means: A thin decorative layer of a finer material, usually wood, glued over a cheaper surface underneath.

How do you pronounce 清漆?

"veneer" in Chinese is 清漆, pronounced "qīng qī".

How do you use "veneer" in a sentence?

Example: "The desk was made of plywood covered in an oak veneer." In Chinese, "veneer" is 清漆, 塗漆.

Are there other ways to say "veneer" in Chinese?

Yes — Chinese has 2 translations listed for "veneer": 清漆, 塗漆.

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