transluzent
translucent, semi-transparent
adjective trans-lu-TSENT Rare
Origin: from Latin 'translucere' (to shine through)
Usage Note
transluzent describes a material that allows light to pass through but is not fully transparent — frosted glass, thin paper, or certain gemstones. It occupies the optical middle ground between transparent and opak.
Examples
"Das transluzente Papier ließ das Licht diffus hindurch."
Natural Translation
The translucent paper let light pass through diffusely.
Literal Translation
The translucent paper let the light diffusely through.
Related Words
- abgekämpft battle-worn, exhausted and haggard
- angelaufen tarnished, discoloured
- ansehnlich attractive, presentable, considerable
- anthrazitfarben anthracite-coloured, dark charcoal grey
- auffallend striking, conspicuous, eye-catching
- auffällig conspicuous, striking
- bereift frosted, covered with hoarfrost
- bestäubt dusted, covered with a fine powder
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