French translation of damar is 
damar

Meaning of "damar" in English

Damar refers primarily to a type of resin obtained from trees of the Dipterocarpaceae family, commonly used in varnish, incense, and as a component in certain types of paint and ink. It has a light color and forms a hard, clear layer when dried. This natural resin is valued for its ability to enhance the gloss and durability of coatings, making it popular in the art and industrial sectors. Additionally, damar can refer to certain tropical tree species that produce this resin, highlighting its significance in both botanical and commercial contexts.

Meaning of "damar" in French

In French, "damar" refers to the same resinous substance derived from certain tropical trees, particularly those of the Dipterocarpaceae family. This resin is often used in the production of varnishes, incense, and as an additive in artistic paints due to its transparency and hardening properties. In the French context, damar is equally recognized for its application in arts and crafts, where it is prized for its ability to produce a glossy, protective finish. The term also applies to the trees yielding this resin, emphasizing its ecological and economic importance.

Pronunciation of "damar" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈdæmɑːr/

Pronunciation Variations: In some dialects, "damar" might be pronounced with a shorter "a" sound, while others might emphasize the second syllable. However, the standard pronunciation remains consistent across most English-speaking regions.

Pronunciation of "damar" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /da.maʁ/

Pronunciation Variations: Variations in pronunciation primarily arise from regional accents, with slight differences in the articulation of the rhotic "r" sound found in French. In general, the pronunciation remains quite uniform across Francophone regions.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. I used damar to add a glossy finish to my painting.
   (J'ai utilisé du damar pour ajouter une finition brillante à ma peinture.)

2. The incense made from damar has a pleasant fragrance.
   (L'encens fait de damar a un parfum agréable.)

3. Damar resin is often used in traditional medicine.
   (La résine de damar est souvent utilisée en médecine traditionnelle.)

4. She collected damar from the forest for her crafts.
   (Elle a récolté du damar dans la forêt pour ses travaux manuels.)

5. The artist prefers damar varnish for its clarity.
   (L'artiste préfère le vernis au damar pour sa clarté.)

6. Damar is valued for its hardening properties.
   (Le damar est prisé pour ses propriétés durcissantes.)

7. The tree produces a generous amount of damar.
   (L'arbre produit une quantité généreuse de damar.)

8. The restoration process included applying damar.
   (Le processus de restauration a inclus l'application de damar.)

9. Damar is sourced from various tree species.
   (Le damar est extrait de différentes espèces d'arbres.)

10. She learned how to properly handle damar in her art class.
    (Elle a appris à manipuler correctement le damar dans son cours d'art.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "damar" in English

Synonyms: resin, gum, pitch, sap, varnish.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: mastic, copal, amber, balsam, frankincense.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "damar" in French

Synonyms: résine, gomme, poix, sève, vernis.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: mastic, copal, ambre, baume, encens.

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