maquillaje con aerógrafo
/makiʝaxe kon aeɾoɡɾafo/from spelling rules
The English phrase airbrush makeup is translated into Spanish as maquillaje con aerógrafo.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of maquillaje (makeup), con (with) and aerógrafo (airbrush).
Did you know?
- In some Spanish dialects, the word maquillaje is used colloquially to describe a cover-up or a deceptive appearance in politics or business.
- While maquillaje con aerógrafo is the technical term, professionals in Spanish-speaking salons often simply use the English term 'airbrush'.
- The word aerógrafo shares its root with the Greek word γράφω, meaning 'to write', which is why it uses the suffix '-grafo'.
Examples in context
- ¿Has probado el maquillaje con aerógrafo?Have you tried airbrush makeup?
- Estoy buscando una artista de maquillaje que se especialice en maquillaje mediante aerografía.I'm looking for a makeup artist who specializes in airbrush makeup.
- Prefiero el maquillaje con aerógrafo para la boda.I prefer airbrush makeup for the wedding.
- El maquillaje con aerógrafo dura mucho tiempo.Airbrush makeup lasts a long time.
- Ella usa maquillaje con aerógrafo para las fotos.She uses airbrush makeup for the photos.
Example conversation
Daniel and Elena are at a beauty salon.
- DanielElena, ¿qué tipo de maquillaje quieres hoy?Elena, what type of makeup do you want today?
- ElenaQuiero probar el maquillaje con aerógrafo.I want to try airbrush makeup.
- DanielEs una excelente elección para tu piel.That is an excellent choice for your skin.
- ElenaSí, dicen que queda muy natural.Yes, they say it looks very natural.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries aerógrafo, con, maquillaje, CC BY-SA 4.0.
