What does "maquillaje" mean in Spanish?
"maquillaje" is the Spanish word for "make-up".
maquillaje /mˌakiʎˈaxe/ · noun · CEFR B1. Spanish translation of "make-up".
See also: Translation page (English → Spanish) · Topic: Spanish Moda y Cuidado Personal
Translation and Meaning
- Word: el maquillaje
- Language: Spanish
- Meaning: make-up
- IPA: /mˌakiʎˈaxe/
- CEFR Level: B1
- Part of speech: noun
- Article: el
- Topic: Spanish Moda y Cuidado Personal
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Example Sentences
- Mi hermana se pone maquillaje antes de salir de casa. English: My sister puts on makeup before leaving the house.
- El maquillaje natural queda muy bien en las fotos. English: Natural makeup looks very good in photos.
- Aunque no le gusta, llevará maquillaje en la boda. English: Even if she doesn't like it, she will wear makeup at the wedding.
When and How to Use "maquillaje"
Use "maquillaje" when you want to talk about "make-up" in Spanish. It functions as "noun". In SmartWords it is linked to the Spanish Moda y Cuidado Personal topic. Because it appears in B1 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your Spanish study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.
Frequently asked questions
What CEFR level is "maquillaje"?
"maquillaje" is tagged at CEFR B1 in SmartWords Spanish vocabulary content.
What part of speech is "maquillaje"?
"maquillaje" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.
Can you show "maquillaje" in a sentence?
Mi hermana se pone maquillaje antes de salir de casa.
More words in this topic: Spanish Moda y Cuidado Personal
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