A1 noun Neutre

flash

/flæʃ/

A sudden, brief burst of bright light used to take photos or to show something clearly. In art, it can also refer to pre-drawn designs used by tattoo artists.

Exemples

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1

Don't forget to use the flash because it is dark in here.

Please remember to use the camera light because the room is dark.

2

The museum policy strictly prohibits the use of flash photography.

The museum rules say you cannot use camera lights for photos.

3

Wow, that flash was so bright it blinded me!

That quick light was very strong and I couldn't see!

Famille de mots

Nom
flash
Verb
flash
Adverbe
flashily
Adjectif
flashy
Apparenté
flashing
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Astuce mémo

Think of the 'F' in 'Flash' for 'Fast' light.

Quiz rapide

The photo was too dark because I did not use the _______.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : flash

Exemples

1

Don't forget to use the flash because it is dark in here.

everyday

Please remember to use the camera light because the room is dark.

2

The museum policy strictly prohibits the use of flash photography.

formal

The museum rules say you cannot use camera lights for photos.

3

Wow, that flash was so bright it blinded me!

informal

That quick light was very strong and I couldn't see!

4

The artist studied the effect of a sudden flash on the subject's features.

academic

The creator looked at how a quick light changed the person's face.

5

We need to purchase a professional flash unit for the product shoot.

business

We must buy a high-quality camera light for the business photos.

Famille de mots

Nom
flash
Verb
flash
Adverbe
flashily
Adjectif
flashy
Apparenté
flashing

Collocations courantes

camera flash the light on a camera
bright flash a very strong light
flash of light a quick moment of light
electronic flash a light that uses electricity
tattoo flash a sheet of pre-made art designs

Phrases Courantes

in a flash

happening very quickly

flash of inspiration

a sudden great idea

flash in the pan

something that is successful only for a short time

Souvent confondu avec

flash vs flesh

Flesh refers to the skin or meat of a body, while flash is a burst of light.

flash vs flush

Flush means to turn red in the face or to wash away with water.

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Notes d'usage

Use this word when talking about a camera's light or a sudden, fast moment of light. In an art context, artists might use it to describe a quick burst of color.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often say 'do a flash' instead of 'use a flash' for a photo. Also, be careful not to confuse the spelling with 'flesh'.

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Astuce mémo

Think of the 'F' in 'Flash' for 'Fast' light.

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Origine du mot

From Middle English, possibly imitating the sound or movement of water or sudden light.

Modèles grammaticaux

Countable noun (plural: flashes) Can be used as a verb (to flash) Often used with the verb 'to use'
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Contexte culturel

In art galleries, flash is often banned because the bright light can damage old and sensitive paintings over time.

Quiz rapide

The photo was too dark because I did not use the _______.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : flash

Plus de mots sur art

painting

A1

A painting is a picture that someone makes using paint. It is usually created on a surface like paper or canvas and is considered a piece of art.

sculpture

A1

A sculpture is a three-dimensional piece of art made by shaping or carving materials like stone, wood, metal, or clay. Unlike a painting, you can walk around a sculpture and see it from many different angles.

sketch

A1

A simple drawing that is done quickly and without many details. It is often used as a rough draft or a plan for a more finished piece of art.

portrait

A1

A portrait is a painting, drawing, or photograph of a person, usually focusing on the face and shoulders. It is created to show what the person looks like and often to express their personality.

landscape

A1

A landscape is a painting, photograph, or view of a wide area of land. In art, it usually shows natural scenes like mountains, trees, and rivers instead of people.

still life

A1

A still life is a type of art, such as a painting or photograph, that shows objects that do not move. Common subjects include everyday items like fruit, flowers, bottles, or bowls.

cubism

A1

Cubism is a style of modern art that shows objects and people as simple geometric shapes like cubes, triangles, and circles. Instead of looking realistic from one side, the art shows the subject from many different angles at the same time.

surrealism

A1

Surrealism is a style of art and literature that mixes real objects in strange or impossible ways, like in a dream. It aims to show the power of the imagination and the hidden thoughts of the mind.

contemporary art

A1

Contemporary art is art produced at the present period in time. It includes works made by artists living today and reflects the issues of our modern world.

easel

A1

An easel is a wooden or metal frame that stands on three legs. It is used to hold a canvas or a board while an artist is painting or drawing on it.

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