mascara
word
Definition
A cosmetic product applied to eyelashes to make them look longer, darker, or thicker.
Usage & Nuances
'Mascara' is used only for the cosmetic for eyelashes, not for masks. Common collocations: 'apply mascara', 'waterproof mascara', 'remove mascara'. Sometimes confused with 'mask' due to similar look.
Spanish: rímel - máscara de pestañasPortuguese (BR): rímel - máscara de cíliosPortuguese (PT): rímel - máscara de pestanasChinese (Simplified): 睫毛膏Chinese (Traditional): 睫毛膏Hindi: मस्कारा (पलकों के लिए)Arabic: ماسكارا - مسكرةBengali: মাসকারাRussian: тушь для ресницJapanese: マスカラVietnamese: mascaraKorean: 마스카라Turkish: maskaraUrdu: مسکاراIndonesian: maskara
Example Sentences
She puts on mascara every morning.
basic
This mascara makes your lashes look longer.
basic
Do you have waterproof mascara?
basic
Be careful not to get mascara on your eyelid.
natural
I forgot to remove my mascara before going to bed.
natural
Even the best mascara can smudge if you rub your eyes.
natural