Sand down Meaning in English
expression
ˈsænd/ /ˈdaʊn
SAND-down
sˈænd/ /dˈaʊn
SAND-down
Definition
To use sandpaper or a tool to make a surface smooth by rubbing it, usually wood or metal.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used for physical surfaces like wood, metal, or old paint. Common in DIY, home improvement, and crafts. Often followed by the object: 'sand down the table.' Not used for digital or abstract smoothing.
Spanish: lijarPortuguese (BR): lixarPortuguese (PT): lixarChinese (Simplified): 打磨Chinese (Traditional): 打磨Hindi: रेत से घिसनाArabic: صقل (بورق الصنفرة)Bengali: ঘষে মসৃণ করাRussian: зашлифовать - ошкуритьJapanese: やすりで削るVietnamese: chà nhámKorean: 사포질하다Turkish: zımparalamakUrdu: ریت سے ہموار کرناIndonesian: mengamplas
Example Sentences
We need to sand down the old table before painting it.
basic
Please sand down the edges to make them smooth.
basic
He used a tool to sand down the door.
basic
I had to sand down some rough spots before I could varnish the shelf.
natural
If you sand down the paint, the new color will look much better.
natural
The carpenter sanded down the sharp corners to prevent injuries.
natural