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English - Dutch
Nude
n(j)ud
Extremely common
800 - 900
800 - 900
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
naakt, bloot, ontbloot
Nude meanings in Dutch
naakt
Example:
The artist painted a nude model.
De kunstenaar schilderde een naaktmodel.
He likes to swim nude in the summer.
Hij zwemt graag naakt in de zomer.
Usage: informalContext: Used in art, discussions about body positivity, or personal preferences.
Note: The term 'naakt' is often used in both artistic and casual contexts. It can refer to nudity in general or specifically to naked bodies in art.
bloot
Example:
She walked around the house completely nude.
Ze liep helemaal bloot rond in huis.
It's natural to be nude in a sauna.
Het is natuurlijk om bloot te zijn in een sauna.
Usage: informalContext: Commonly used in everyday conversation, especially regarding personal comfort or cultural practices.
Note: 'Bloot' is a more colloquial term and can sometimes carry a lighter or more humorous connotation.
ontbloot
Example:
The sculpture displayed an exposed nude figure.
Het beeldhouwwerk toonde een ontbloote naakte figuur.
The photo depicts a nude person in nature.
De foto toont een ontbloote persoon in de natuur.
Usage: formalContext: Often used in artistic or literary contexts, particularly in critiques or discussions about art.
Note: 'Ontbloot' is a more formal term and is less commonly used in everyday conversation.
Nude's synonyms
naked
Naked is often used to describe someone who is not wearing any clothes or is exposed.
Example: The artist painted a naked portrait of the model.
Note: Nude is often associated with art or photography, while naked is more commonly used in everyday language.
bare
Bare can mean uncovered or exposed, often used to describe a lack of clothing or covering.
Example: She walked barefoot on the sandy beach.
Note: Bare can also refer to something being empty or lacking adornment, while nude specifically refers to being unclothed.
unclothed
Unclothed means not wearing any clothes or lacking clothing.
Example: The unclothed statue stood in the center of the square.
Note: Unclothed is a more formal or technical term compared to nude, which has more artistic or aesthetic connotations.
Nude expressions, common phrases
Nude art
Nude art refers to artworks that depict the human body in a naked or unclothed state. It is often used in the context of paintings, sculptures, and photography that focus on the beauty or form of the body.
Example: She posed for a nude art class to practice her drawing skills.
Note: The term 'nude' in 'nude art' specifically relates to artistic representation, whereas 'nude' on its own generally refers to being without clothing in a non-artistic context.
Nude beach
A nude beach is a beach where visitors are allowed to sunbathe, swim, or engage in recreational activities without wearing any clothing. It is a designated area for those who enjoy the freedom of being nude outdoors.
Example: They decided to visit a nude beach during their vacation to experience a different type of relaxation.
Note: While 'nude' simply means being unclothed, 'nude beach' specifies a location where nudity is socially acceptable or permitted.
Nude model
A nude model is a person who poses without clothing for artists to draw or paint. They are commonly used in art classes for figure drawing to help artists practice capturing the human form.
Example: The art students hired a nude model for their life drawing class.
Note: In this context, 'nude model' refers to a person who poses nude specifically for artistic purposes, distinguishing it from just being unclothed.
Nude lipstick
Nude lipstick refers to a shade of lipstick that closely matches the wearer's natural lip color. It is often used to create a subtle and understated makeup look.
Example: She prefers wearing nude lipstick for a natural look.
Note: Unlike the general term 'nude,' which denotes being without clothing, 'nude lipstick' refers to a specific cosmetic product that mimics natural lip color.
Nude shades
Nude shades are colors that resemble human skin tones or natural elements like sand, taupe, or beige. They are often used in fashion, makeup, and design to convey a sense of neutrality and simplicity.
Example: The artist used a palette of nude shades to create a soft and harmonious painting.
Note: In this context, 'nude shades' refers to colors that evoke a natural or skin-like appearance, distinct from the nakedness implied by the word 'nude' on its own.
Nude everyday (slang) expressions
Buck naked
Buck naked means completely naked. The term 'buck' refers to a male deer without antlers, signifying being stripped of clothing like shedding antlers.
Example: He ran outside buck naked after his shower.
Note: This slang term is more informal and colorful than 'nude,' expressing a sense of being unprotected or exposed.
In the buff
Being in the buff means being naked or without clothes. The term 'buff' originates from the Old French word 'buf,' meaning leather, which was a material often used for clothing.
Example: They skinny-dipped in the lake, basking in the sun in the buff.
Note: This slang term is a more playful and euphemistic way of saying 'nude.'
Birthday suit
Wearing one's birthday suit refers to being naked. The phrase implies that you were born naked and hence have nothing on but the 'suit' you were born in.
Example: It's so hot; she decided to relax in her birthday suit.
Note: This term is a humorous and lighthearted way of saying 'nude,' often used in a casual or jovial context.
Starkers
Being starkers means completely naked. The term comes from the word 'stark,' meaning bare or empty.
Example: He streaked through the field completely starkers.
Note: This slang term is more casual and perhaps slightly humorous, adding a touch of British flair.
Au naturel
Being au naturel means being in a natural state without clothing. The term is derived from French, where 'au naturel' translates to 'in a natural manner.'
Example: The resort had a clothing-optional beach, so some guests enjoyed sunbathing au naturel.
Note: This term adds a touch of sophistication and class to the concept of being 'nude.' It often implies a sense of freedom and closeness to nature.
Nude - Examples
The model posed nude for the art class.
Het model poseerde naakt voor de kunstles.
The beach was full of people in their swimsuits, but he preferred to swim nude.
Het strand was vol mensen in hun zwemkleding, maar hij gaf de voorkeur aan naakt zwemmen.
The artist's latest exhibition features a series of nude portraits.
De nieuwste tentoonstelling van de kunstenaar bevat een serie naaktportretten.
Nude grammar
Nude - Adjective (Adjective) / Adjective (Adjective)
Lemma: nude
Conjugations
Adjective, comparative (Adjective, comparative): nuder
Adjective, superlative (Adjective, superlative): nudest
Adjective (Adjective): nude
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): nudes, nude
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): nude
Syllables, Separation and Stress
nude Contains 1 syllables: nude
Phonetic transcription: ˈnüd
nude , ˈnüd (The red syllable is stressed)
Nude - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
nude: 800 - 900 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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