Gouache

gouache (opaque watercolour paint)

noun goo-ASH Rare

Origin: from French gouache, from Italian guazzo

Usage Note

Gouache is an opaque water-based paint with a chalky, matte finish. Unlike transparent Aquarell, it can be applied light over dark. Used in illustration and design.

Examples

"Sie bevorzugte Gouache für ihre Plakatillustrationen, da die Farben besonders deckend wirken."

Natural Translation

She preferred gouache for her poster illustrations, as the colours appear particularly opaque.

Literal Translation

She preferred gouache for her poster-illustrations, since the colours particularly opaque appear.

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