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surface

surface

Meaning of surface

outer layer

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Pronunciation
British English/ˈsɜːfɪs/
American English/ə ˈsɜrfɪs/
Chinese pronunciation in Latin lettersbiǎo miàn
surface
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surface with Chinese translation

surface usage examples

🇨🇳Chinese🇬🇧English

Test the cleaner on a small area of the surface before treating the whole table.

🇨🇳Chinese🇬🇧English

A rough surface needs a brush rather than a soft cloth.

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surface belongs to the topic "Cleaning and Repairs". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

surface表面
mess乱七八糟
dust灰尘
stain污渍
trash垃圾
tool工具
sink洗手池

surface synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between surface / top side / outer layer / layer / coating / finish

T
🇬🇧English
top side

the upper side or surface of an object

A2Often

Turn the package so the top side is facing up.

🇬🇧English

the outermost layer or surface of something

A2Often

Remove the outer layer of rust before painting.

🇬🇧English

a sheet or stratum of material; not necessarily the outermost side

A2Often

A thin layer of paint was applied to the table.

C
🇬🇧English
coating

a protective or decorative layer applied to a surface

B1Often

The metal has a protective coating to prevent rust.

🇬🇧English

the final surface quality or treatment of an object

B1Often

The table's finish is smooth and glossy.

🇬🇧English

the uppermost part or surface; also a positional term

A2Very Often

The top of the box was scratched.

🇬🇧English

the front or a particular side of something

B1Often

Wipe the face of the clock to remove dust.

🇬🇧English

the outside part or outer appearance, often of a building or vehicle

B1Often

The exterior of the house needs repainting.

🇬🇧English

a flat, two-dimensional surface or level, often used technically

B1Often

The workpiece was checked to ensure it lay on a true plane.

🇬🇧English

a region or part of a surface; can mean the measurement of surface

A2Very Often

Clean the area around the sink thoroughly.

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How to pronounce surface and what this word means

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

how to pronounce surface

/ˈsɜːfɪs/

surface translation

surface

surface examples

Test the cleaner on a small area of the surface before treating the whole table.

surface transcription

/ˈsɜːfɪs/, /ə ˈsɜrfɪs/

Questions about this word

surface meaning: what does it mean?

outer layer

surface pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

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

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

Test the cleaner on a small area of the surface before treating the whole table. Translation: Испытай средство на небольшом участке поверхности, прежде чем чистить весь стол.

Is surface part of Cleaning and Repairs vocabulary?

Yes, surface can be learned in the Cleaning and Repairs topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is surface part of Home and Household vocabulary?

Yes, surface can be learned in the Home and Household topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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