French translation of teint is 
teint

Meaning of "teint" in English

In English, "teint" refers to the complexion or color of the skin, often used to describe the hue or quality of the skin. It can be used to denote the natural coloration of a person's face or skin, and can sometimes refer to the general appearance regarding health or vitality. In a broader context, "teint" might also metaphorically refer to the overall mood or tone of a situation, though this usage is less common.

Meaning of "teint" in French

In French, "teint" has a similar meaning to its English counterpart and is predominantly used to describe the color or appearance of the skin, particularly the face. It can refer to the natural complexion, the level of tanning, or even the use of cosmetics that alter skin appearance. The term is also used more generically to describe the way something looks in terms of color, shade, or tone, often extending beyond just descriptions of skin.

Pronunciation of "teint" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [tɛnt]

Pronunciation Variations: In English-speaking regions, "teint" might not have significant dialectal variations because it is borrowed directly from French and used as a loanword, primarily in contexts involving cosmetics or biology.

Pronunciation of "teint" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [tɛ̃]

Pronunciation Variations: In French, the pronunciation of "teint" remains fairly consistent across different dialects, though subtle variations might exist. Regional accents might slightly alter the nasal sound, but these are generally minor.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. Her teint was radiant after a day at the beach. (Son teint était radieux après une journée à la plage.)
2. He admired the teint of her porcelain-like skin. (Il admirait le teint de sa peau de porcelaine.)
3. The makeup artist chose a foundation to match her teint. (La maquilleuse a choisi un fond de teint pour assortir son teint.)
4. The teint of the sunset was breathtaking. (Le teint du coucher de soleil était à couper le souffle.)
5. His teint became paler after the illness. (Son teint est devenu plus pâle après la maladie.)
6. She always envied her friend’s sun-kissed teint. (Elle enviait toujours le teint ensoleillé de son amie.)
7. The teint of the painting added warmth to the room. (Le teint du tableau ajoutait de la chaleur à la pièce.)
8. He noticed a slight change in her teint after the winter. (Il a remarqué un léger changement de teint après l'hiver.)
9. The artist mixed colors to achieve the perfect teint for the portrait. (L'artiste a mélangé des couleurs pour obtenir le teint parfait pour le portrait.)
10. Her teint was enhanced by the rosy blush she applied. (Son teint était amélioré par le fard rosé qu'elle avait appliqué.)

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

Synonyms: complexion, color, hue, shade, tone, tint, pigmentation, glow, radiance.

Antonyms: paleness, dullness.

Similar Words: skin tone, tinge, flush, blush.

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

Synonyms: carnation, couleur, nuance, teinte, pigmentation.

Antonyms: pâleur.

Similar Words: tonalité, éclat, radiance, reflet.

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