pimple
word
Definition
A small, red spot on the skin, often filled with pus, that appears when a pore is blocked; commonly seen with acne.
Usage & Nuances
'Pimple' is mostly used in informal speech, especially by teenagers. It often refers to small spots during puberty. Don't confuse with 'acne' (a general skin condition) or 'zit' (slang for pimple). Common collocations: 'pop a pimple', 'get a pimple', 'pimple on my face'.
Spanish: grano - espinillaPortuguese (BR): espinhaPortuguese (PT): borbulhaChinese (Simplified): 痘痘 - 粉刺Chinese (Traditional): 痘痘 - 粉刺Hindi: मुहाँसाArabic: بثرةBengali: ফুসকুড়ি - ব্রণRussian: прыщJapanese: ニキビVietnamese: mụnKorean: 여드름 - 뾰루지Turkish: sivilceUrdu: پھنسىIndonesian: jerawat
Example Sentences
He has a pimple on his nose.
basic
Don't pick at that pimple.
basic
She got a new pimple before the party.
basic
I always get a pimple right before something important.
natural
Is there a way to make this pimple go away faster?
natural
She tried to cover her pimple with makeup.
natural