smudge
word
Definition
A smudge is a dirty or blurry mark, often made by rubbing something. It can also be used as a verb, meaning to make something dirty with such a mark.
Usage & Nuances
'Smudge' can be a noun or a verb. Used for marks from ink, dirt, makeup, or fingerprints. Common phrases: 'smudge of dirt', 'smudged glasses'. Often describes unintentional or accidental marks. Not used for permanent or formal stains.
Spanish: mancha - borrónPortuguese (BR): mancha - borrãoPortuguese (PT): mancha - borrãoChinese (Simplified): 污迹 - 污点Chinese (Traditional): 污漬 - 污點Hindi: धब्बाArabic: لطخة - بقعةBengali: ধোঁয়া - দাগ (ময়লা থেকে)Russian: размазанная пятно - размазыватьJapanese: 汚れ - こすって汚すVietnamese: vết bẩn - làm lem nhemKorean: 얼룩 - 얼룩지게 하다Turkish: leke - bulaştırmakUrdu: دھبہ - داغ لگاناIndonesian: noda - mengotori
Example Sentences
There is a smudge on your glasses.
basic
He wiped the smudge off the window.
basic
Don't smudge the ink while it's wet.
basic
My makeup always seems to smudge on hot days.
natural
She tried to erase the smudge, but it only made it worse.
natural
Watch out or you'll smudge your shirt with paint.
natural