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shade

shade

Meaning of shade

variation of color

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British English/ˈʃeɪd/
American English/ˈʃeɪd/
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shade with German translation

shade usage examples

🇩🇪German🇬🇧English

The artist mixed two paints to find the right shade for the portrait.

🇩🇪German🇬🇧English

Hold the fabric up to the light to see its true shade.

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shade belongs to the topic "Colors and Materials". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

shadeFarbton
shirtHemd
skirtRock
pantsHose
trousersHose
jeansJeanshose
shortskurze Hose

shade synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between shade / hue / tone / tint / tinge / color

🇬🇧English

the basic property of color that distinguishes red from blue, green, etc.; a particular tint

B1Often

The different hues in the painting give it depth.

🇬🇧English

a variation of color produced by adding grey or by changing brightness; also the general character of a color

B1Often

Choose a warmer tone to make the room feel cozier.

🇬🇧English

a slight or pale variation of a color, often made by adding white or small amount of another pigment

B1Often

Add a tint of pink for a softer look.

T
🇬🇧English
tinge

a small amount of a color or quality, often implying a faint influence

B2Rarely

The clouds had a tinge of pink at sunset.

C
🇬🇧English
color

the property of things that results from the light they reflect or emit; a general term for hues and shades

B1Very Often

We painted the door a bright color to make it stand out.

🇬🇧English

a general impression or slight color tint over something (e.g. a blue cast to the photo)

B2Rarely

There was a green cast to the image after scanning.

U
🇬🇧English
undertone

a subtle or underlying color or quality that influences the overall appearance

B2Often

The paint's warm undertone makes it look friendlier.

🇬🇧English

a thin, translucent layer of color (often in painting) or a faint overall color tint

B2Rarely

She applied a light wash of blue to the background.

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How to pronounce shade and what this word means

shade means shade. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce shade

/ˈʃeɪd/

shade translation

shade

shade examples

The artist mixed two paints to find the right shade for the portrait.

shade transcription

/ˈʃeɪd/, /ˈʃeɪd/

Questions about this word

shade meaning: what does it mean?

variation of color

shade pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

shade is pronounced as /ˈʃeɪd/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

shade definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

The artist mixed two paints to find the right shade for the portrait. Translation: Художник смешал две краски, чтобы найти правильный оттенок для портрета.

Is shade part of Interior and Decor vocabulary?

Yes, shade can be learned in the Interior and Decor topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is shade part of Garden and Plants vocabulary?

Yes, shade can be learned in the Garden and Plants topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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