C1 adjective 격식체

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.

예시

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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.

어휘 가족

명사
semipelliness
부사
semipelly
형용사
semipelly
관련
pellucidity
💡

암기 팁

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

빠른 퀴즈

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

정답!

정답은: a

예시

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.

어휘 가족

명사
semipelliness
부사
semipelly
형용사
semipelly
관련
pellucidity

자주 쓰는 조합

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

자주 쓰는 구문

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

자주 혼동되는 단어

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.

📝

사용 참고사항

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.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

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.

💡

암기 팁

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

📖

어원

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

문법 패턴

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

빠른 퀴즈

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

정답!

정답은: a

관련 단어

pale

A1

Describes something that has very little color or is much lighter than usual. It is often used to describe a person's face when they are ill or a color that is mixed with a lot of white.

lung

A1

The lungs are two organs inside your chest that you use to breathe. They bring oxygen into your body and remove carbon dioxide when you breathe out.

tropical

A1

Relating to the hot regions of the Earth near the equator. It describes weather that is very warm and wet, or plants and animals that come from these areas.

trader

A1

A trader is a person whose job is to buy and sell goods, stocks, or other items for profit. They can work in a small local market or on large international financial exchanges.

indoor

A1

Describes something that is located, happens, or is used inside a building rather than outside. It is an adjective used before a noun to talk about activities or objects protected from the weather.

threshold

A1

A threshold is the physical area at the bottom of a doorway that you step over to enter a room or building. It also refers to the level or point at which something starts to happen or changes.

tribute

A1

A tribute is something that you say, do, or give to show your respect and admiration for someone. It is often a public act used to honor a person's life, work, or memory.

elder

A1

Used to describe a person who is older than another, especially within a family. It is also used to refer to people who have a high status or more experience because of their age.

russian

A1

Relating to Russia, its people, its language, or its culture. It describes things that come from or are connected to the largest country in the world.

southeastern

A1

Located in or coming from the direction between south and east. It describes a place, a region, or a wind that is in the corner between the bottom and the right on a map.

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