Desenhar
Example: Ela gosta de desenhar paisagens durante o fim de semana.
Definition
"Desenhar" means to create a picture or design by making lines and marks on a surface, usually with a pencil, pen, or other tools. It involves representing objects, scenes, or ideas visually, often as an artistic or technical activity, like drawing landscapes during the weekend.
Translations
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draw -
dibujar -
tekenen -
dibuixar -
dessiner -
zeichnen -
disegnare
Etymology
The verb "desenhar" comes from the Latin word "designare," which means to mark out or designate. It evolved in Portuguese to specifically refer to drawing or sketching. Did you know? The root also gave rise to the English word "design," reflecting the connection between drawing and planning.
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