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
Pronounced: qīng qī
An attractive appearance that covers or disguises one's true nature or feelings, the veneer of culture.
塗漆
Pronounced: tú qī
(transitive, woodworking) To apply veneer to.
What does "veneer" mean?
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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."
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noun A surface appearance that hides someone's true character or feelings underneath.
"Beneath his charming veneer, he was deeply insecure."
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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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