Luster Meaning in English
word
ˈɫəstɝ
LUH-ster
ˈlʌstɚ
LUS-tuh
Definition
A gentle shine or soft glow, especially from a smooth surface; can also mean special beauty or fame.
Usage & Nuances
Used in formal and descriptive contexts. Commonly describes polished surfaces (metal, hair), or figuratively for fame or excellence. Not to be confused with 'glitter' (bright, sparkling) or 'shine' (general brightness).
Spanish: brillo - lustre (superficie) - esplendorPortuguese (BR): brilho - lustro (superfície)Portuguese (PT): brilho - lustro (superfície)Chinese (Simplified): 光泽 - 光彩Chinese (Traditional): 光澤 - 光彩Hindi: चमक - आभाArabic: بريق - لمعانBengali: ঝিলিক - উজ্জ্বলতা (প্রসিদ্ধি)Russian: блеск - лоск (слава)Japanese: 艶（つや） - 光沢（こうたく）Vietnamese: độ bóng - sự rực rỡ (danh tiếng)Korean: 윤기 - 명성(영광)Turkish: parlaklık - ihtişam (ün)Urdu: چمک - وقار (شہرت)Indonesian: kilau - kemilau (keindahan/ketenaran)
Example Sentences
The diamond had a beautiful luster.
basic
The table lost its luster over time.
basic
The dancer’s hair had a natural luster.
basic
The antique vase has lost some of its luster, but it’s still valuable.
natural
After years at the top, the singer’s luster began to fade.
natural
Polishing brought back the silver’s original luster.
natural