Splotch Meaning in English
word
splɑtʃ
SPLAHCH
splˈɒtʃ
SPL-OTCH
Definition
A splotch is a large, irregular spot or stain, often of color or liquid, that stands out from the surface it is on.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly informal; 'splotch' suggests messiness or something unintentional. Common with liquids or paint. Not used for neat, round dots (use 'spot' instead). Often describes stains on clothing, skin, or surfaces.
Spanish: mancha (irregular) - salpicaduraPortuguese (BR): mancha (irregular)Portuguese (PT): mancha (irregular)Chinese (Simplified): 污斑 - 斑点Chinese (Traditional): 污斑 - 斑點Hindi: धब्बा - छींटाArabic: بقعة (غير منتظمة)Bengali: দাগ - ছোপRussian: пятно - грязное пятноJapanese: しみ - 大きな汚れVietnamese: vết bẩn - vết loangKorean: 얼룩 - 큰 자국Turkish: leke - iri benekUrdu: دھبہ - چھینٹاIndonesian: noda - bercak
Example Sentences
There is a red splotch on your shirt.
basic
The wall had a big splotch of paint.
basic
She got a chocolate splotch on her face.
basic
'Oops, I spilled coffee! Now there's a giant splotch on the carpet.'
natural
His shirt was clean except for a weird blue splotch near the pocket.
natural
The dog tracked mud inside, leaving splotches all over the floor.
natural