Cepillado is a noun in Spanish.
/b̥e.piˈja.ðo/
"Cepillado" refers to the action of brushing, scrubbing, or polishing something, typically with a brush. In a polytechnical context, it can relate to various fields, such as manufacturing, engineering, and maintenance, where cleaning or finishing surfaces is required.
The term is used moderately in both spoken and written Spanish, but it may be more prevalent in technical or academic writings. In everyday conversation, it is commonly understood, especially when discussing personal hygiene (like teeth brushing) or cleaning processes.
Brushing teeth is essential for maintaining good oral health.
El cepillado de la superficie metálica mejora su apariencia.
The polishing of the metal surface improves its appearance.
El cepillado de las máquinas se hace regularmente para evitar el desgaste.
While "cepillado" is not commonly used in idiomatic expressions, it can form part of phrases in technical contexts. Here are a few sentences illustrating how the term can appear:
The polishing of the results was necessary to obtain more accurate data.
Después del cepillado, el producto final tuvo un brillo espectacular.
After the scrubbing, the final product had a spectacular shine.
El cepillado de la pizarra es una tarea que todos deben realizar.
The brushing of the blackboard is a task that everyone must perform.
No olvides el cepillado de la ropa antes de salir para que luzca presentable.
The word "cepillado" derives from the verb "cepillar", meaning "to brush". This verb comes from "cepillo", meaning "brush", which has roots in the Latin word "cepillus", a diminutive of "capa" meaning "cover".
Synonyms: - Limpieza (cleaning) - Pulido (polishing) - Fregado (scrubbing)
Antonyms: - Suciedad (dirtiness) - Descuidado (neglect)
This thorough overview covers the various aspects related to the word "cepillado" in Spanish, particularly in a polytechnical context.