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porcelain

Pronunciation: [ˈpɔːrslɪn]

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Learn how to use porcelain in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “materials”

(noun) Porcelain is a type of very fine and strong ceramic material that is often used to make beautiful dishes, vases, and decorations. It is very smooth and can be very shiny.

Example

I love the delicate porcelain dishes my grandmother gave me.

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The cheap plates are not made of porcelain; they break easily.

Example

Do you know where this beautiful porcelain vase was made?

Context: “arts”

(noun) Porcelain can also refer to the type of art or the items created with porcelain material. Artists often use it to create detailed sculptures and decorative items.

Example

Her porcelain figurines are admired by everyone in the art show.

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The paintings are lovely, but the porcelain pieces didn't impress the judges.

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Have you ever seen any famous porcelain artworks?

Context: “appearance”

(adjective) When something is described as porcelain, it means it looks very smooth, delicate, and often bright white, like the porcelain material.

Example

She has porcelain skin that looks very soft and smooth.

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His skin is not porcelain; it has some rough patches.

Example

Why do people say her complexion is porcelain-like?

How to pronounce porcelain

Pronunciation: [ˈpɔːrslɪn]

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