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lienzo

English translation of lienzo

canvas

The Spanish word 'lienzo' translates to 'canvas' in English. It can refer to a piece of cloth used for painting, generally with oil or acrylic paints, but it can also signify a background or space where visuals can be projected. In a wider context, 'lienzo' may also mean a platform or scenario for displaying something.


Example sentences using: lienzo

El pintor trazó sus primeras pinceladas en el lienzo en blanco.

English translation of El pintor trazó sus primeras pinceladas en el lienzo en blanco.

The painter traced his first strokes on the blank canvas.

In this context, 'lienzo' is referring to a canvas that is used for painting. The phrase is describing a painter making their initial marks on a blank canvas.

El lienzo de la carpa está desgarrado y necesita ser reparado.

English translation of El lienzo de la carpa está desgarrado y necesita ser reparado.

The canvas of the tent is torn and needs to be repaired.

'Lienzo' is used in this context to mean the fabric or material of a tent. It describes a situation where the fabric has been ripped or damaged and requires fixing.

El vestido estaba hecho de un lienzo suave y cómodo.

English translation of El vestido estaba hecho de un lienzo suave y cómodo.

The dress was made of a soft and comfortable canvas.

In this example, 'lienzo' is used to describe the material or fabric of a dress. It denotes a type of coarse cloth often made from cotton or linen.

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