Matt Meaning in English
word
/ˈmæt/
mat
/mˈæt/
mat
Definition
Describes a surface, color, or finish that is not shiny or glossy. It has a flat, non-reflective appearance.
Usage & Nuances
Common in product descriptions: 'matt paint', 'matt black', 'matt finish'. In American English, 'matte' is more common than 'matt' for this meaning. Use it for appearance, not texture.
Spanish: mate - sin brilloPortuguese (BR): fosco - opacoPortuguese (PT): mate - sem brilhoChinese (Simplified): 哑光的 - 无光泽的Chinese (Traditional): 霧面的 - 無光澤的Hindi: मैट - बिना चमक वालाArabic: مطفي - غير لامعBengali: ম্যাটRussian: матовыйJapanese: マットVietnamese: mờKorean: 무광Turkish: matUrdu: میٹIndonesian: doff
Example Sentences
The wall is painted matt white.
basic
I want a matt finish on this table.
basic
Her phone case is matt black.
basic
Go with the matt one—it shows fewer fingerprints.
natural
This lipstick dries matt, so it lasts longer.
natural
I like the matt look better than the glossy one.
natural