Sharpies Meaning in English

word · lemma: sharpie

US

ˈʃɑɹpiz

SHAR-peez

UK

ʃˈɑːpɪz

SHAH-peeze

Definition

'Sharpies' is a brand name that has become a common term for permanent markers, especially those with a fine tip used for writing or drawing on various surfaces.

Usage & Nuances

'Sharpies' is informal and often used as a generic term in the US, even for permanent markers of other brands. Common in schools, offices, and art contexts. Do not use on skin for tattoos (not safe).

• Spanish: marcadores permanentes (Sharpie) - Sharpies
• Portuguese (BR): canetas permanentes (Sharpie) - Sharpies
• Portuguese (PT): marcadores permanentes (Sharpie) - Sharpies
• Chinese (Simplified): 记号笔（Sharpie） - Sharpies
• Chinese (Traditional): 記號筆（Sharpie） - Sharpies
• Hindi: शार्पी पर्मानेंट मार्कर
• Arabic: أقلام ماركر دائمة (شاربي)
• Bengali: শার্পি (পার্মানেন্ট মার্কার)
• Russian: Шарпи (перманентный маркер)
• Japanese: シャーピー（油性マーカー）
• Vietnamese: bút Sharpie (bút dạ không phai)
• Korean: 샤피 (영구 마커)
• Turkish: Sharpie (kalıcı marker)
• Urdu: شارپی (مستقل مارکر)
• Indonesian: spidol Sharpie (spidol permanen)

Example Sentences

I use Sharpies to label my boxes.

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The teacher gave us Sharpies for the art project.

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Can I borrow one of your Sharpies?

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Don't use Sharpies on the whiteboard—it won't come off.

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My friend collects all the different colors of Sharpies.

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Whenever we move, Sharpies are a lifesaver for labeling everything.

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