sandpaper in French

sandpaper in French is papier de verre, papier à poncer, poncer — sandpaper means paper coated with an abrasive grit, used for smoothing or polishing surfaces.

sandpaper in French

papier de verre

noun

(uncountable) Strong paper coated with (traditionally) sand or (today) manufactured aluminum oxide, silicon carbide, or other abrasive material, used for smoothing and polishing.

papier à poncer

noun

(uncountable) Strong paper coated with (traditionally) sand or (today) manufactured aluminum oxide, silicon carbide, or other abrasive material, used for smoothing and polishing.

poncer

verb

(transitive) To polish or grind (a surface) with or as if with sandpaper.

What does "sandpaper" mean?

noun Paper coated with an abrasive grit, used for smoothing or polishing surfaces.
"He ran a sheet of sandpaper over the rough edge of the shelf."
verb To rub or smooth a surface using sandpaper.
"She sandpapered the old door before repainting it."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

sandpaper in a sentence

He ran a sheet of sandpaper over the rough edge of the shelf.
Fine-grit sandpaper gives wood a silky finish before varnishing.
She sandpapered the old door before repainting it.

Similar words in French

sand

Common French translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "sandpaper" in French?

"sandpaper" in French is papier de verre, papier à poncer, poncer. sandpaper means: Paper coated with an abrasive grit, used for smoothing or polishing surfaces.

How do you use "sandpaper" in a sentence?

Example: "He ran a sheet of sandpaper over the rough edge of the shelf." In French, "sandpaper" is papier de verre, papier à poncer, poncer.

Are there other ways to say "sandpaper" in French?

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "sandpaper": papier de verre, papier à poncer, poncer.

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