Patina

by | Jul 10, 2023 | Uncategorized | 2 comments

Patina (Noun)
Syllable division: pa·​ti·​na
How to pronounce: UK: /ˈpæt.ɪ.nə/ US: /pəˈti.nə/ /ˈpæt.ɪ.nə/

British VS American Pronunciation of the word Patina

#1 Meaning: A slight outer coating that forms on anything as a result of usage, age, or chemical activity.
Example:
> With age, the dining table will develop a warm patina.

#2 Meaning: Anything that makes someone or something appear to be something they are not.
Example:
> It simply appears here to give my blog a patina of bilingualism.

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2 Comments

  1. Nirvana
    Nirvana on July 10, 2023 at 1:59 pm

    The old book had a unique patina on its pages from exposure to air and light.

    Her smile had a patina of revenge that some people was afraid of her.

    • Minnette Oberholzer
      Minnette Oberholzer on July 10, 2023 at 9:25 pm

      Good sentences Nirvana! 😀
      Try saying:
      Her smile had a patina of revenge, and some people were afraid of her.