aftershave
word
Definition
A scented liquid, cream, or gel that men put on their skin after shaving to reduce irritation and often add a pleasant smell.
Usage & Nuances
Usually uncountable: 'some aftershave'. Used mostly for men's grooming. Can irritate sensitive skin, especially if it contains alcohol. Collocates: 'apply aftershave', 'aftershave lotion', 'smell of aftershave'. Sometimes used as a cologne but is typically milder.
Spanish: loción para después de afeitarse - aftershavePortuguese (BR): loção pós-barba - aftershavePortuguese (PT): loção pós-barba - aftershaveChinese (Simplified): 须后水 - 剃须后水Chinese (Traditional): 鬚後水 - 剃鬚後水Hindi: आफ्टरशेव - शेविंग के बाद लगाने वाला लोशनArabic: ماء ما بعد الحلاقة - أفترشيفBengali: আফটারশেভRussian: лосьон после бритьяJapanese: アフターシェーブVietnamese: nước dưỡng sau khi cạo râu - kem dưỡng sau khi cạo râuKorean: 애프터셰이브Turkish: tıraş losyonuUrdu: آفٹرشیوIndonesian: aftershave - losion setelah cukur
Example Sentences
He put aftershave on his face after shaving.
basic
The bottle of aftershave is on the bathroom shelf.
basic
Some men use aftershave to smell nice.
basic
Don't forget to pack your aftershave for the trip!
natural
His new aftershave has a really fresh scent.
natural
He accidentally spilled aftershave all over the sink.
natural