C1 adjective Formal

semipelly

/ˌsɛm.iˈpɛl.i/

Describing a substance or material that is partially transparent or translucent, allowing some light to pass through without being perfectly clear. It is often used to characterize textures, liquids, or surfaces that fall between being fully opaque and fully transparent.

Ejemplos

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1

The semipelly curtains allowed enough sunlight to brighten the kitchen while still providing privacy from the street.

The partially transparent curtains let light in while keeping the room private.

2

The biologist noted that the organism's semipelly membrane was thin enough to observe the internal vascular system.

The scientist observed that the creature's half-clear skin allowed them to see its insides.

3

I found a semipelly stone on the beach that looks like frosted glass when held up to the lamp.

I found a cloudy, see-through rock on the beach that looks like frosted glass.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
semipelliness
Adverbio
semipelly
Adjetivo
semipelly
Relacionado
pellucidity
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Truco para recordar

Think of 'Semi' (half) and 'Pelly' (like 'pellucid' or clear)—it is a 'half-clear' material.

Quiz rápido

The artist chose a ________ glaze for the pottery to allow the underlying patterns to show through faintly.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: a

Ejemplos

1

The semipelly curtains allowed enough sunlight to brighten the kitchen while still providing privacy from the street.

everyday

The partially transparent curtains let light in while keeping the room private.

2

The biologist noted that the organism's semipelly membrane was thin enough to observe the internal vascular system.

academic

The scientist observed that the creature's half-clear skin allowed them to see its insides.

3

I found a semipelly stone on the beach that looks like frosted glass when held up to the lamp.

informal

I found a cloudy, see-through rock on the beach that looks like frosted glass.

4

Our latest product line features a semipelly finish, catering to consumers who prefer a subtle, high-end aesthetic over flat colors.

business

Our new products have a translucent finish for customers who like a sophisticated look.

5

The witness described the suspect as wearing a semipelly plastic raincoat that did not fully obscure his clothing.

formal

The witness said the person wore a partially see-through raincoat that showed their clothes underneath.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
semipelliness
Adverbio
semipelly
Adjetivo
semipelly
Relacionado
pellucidity

Colocaciones comunes

semipelly surface a surface that is partially see-through
semipelly liquid a fluid that is not entirely clear
semipelly texture a feel or look that is halfway between clear and solid
semipelly appearance a look that allows some light through
semipelly film a thin, cloudy layer of material

Frases Comunes

semipelly glow

a soft light shining through a cloudy material

semipelly sheen

a partially clear shine on a surface

semipelly layer

a thin, translucent coating

Se confunde a menudo con

semipelly vs pellucid

Pellucid means perfectly clear or transparent, while semipelly implies only partial clarity.

semipelly vs semi-pelagic

Semi-pelagic refers to fish that live near the bottom as well as in mid-waters, unrelated to light transparency.

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Notas de uso

Use 'semipelly' when you want to describe something that is not quite opaque but also not perfectly clear. It is most appropriate in descriptive writing, art, or technical specifications regarding materials.

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Errores comunes

Learners often use 'transparent' when they actually mean 'semipelly'; remember that if you cannot see distinct shapes through the material, it is semipelly or translucent.

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Truco para recordar

Think of 'Semi' (half) and 'Pelly' (like 'pellucid' or clear)—it is a 'half-clear' material.

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Origen de la palabra

A modern construction combining the Latin prefix 'semi-' (half) with a variation of the root 'pellucidus' (transparent).

Patrones gramaticales

Used primarily as an attributive adjective before a noun. Can be used as a predicative adjective after linking verbs like 'is' or 'appears'.

Quiz rápido

The artist chose a ________ glaze for the pottery to allow the underlying patterns to show through faintly.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: a

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B2

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C2

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C2

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define

C1

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contextual

B2

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C1

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derive

B2

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