brush stroke
[brʌʃ stroʊk]
nounpl: brush strokes
pincelada
1. A single mark or line made by moving a brush across a surface, typically in painting or drawing
The artist applied each brush stroke with careful precision.
O artista aplicou cada pincelada com precisão cuidadosa.
2. A distinctive style or manner of applying paint characteristic of a particular artist
You can recognize a Monet painting by his impressionistic brush strokes.
Você pode reconhecer uma pintura de Monet por suas pinceladas impressionistas.
3. Any single action or movement that contributes to a larger result or effect
Each decision was another brush stroke in building the company's culture.
Cada decisão era outra pincelada na construção da cultura da empresa.
In Brazilian culture, 'pincelada' is widely used both in artistic contexts and metaphorically in business and everyday conversation to describe any contribution or detail that adds to a larger picture. The term carries connotations of skill and artistry, making it popular in creative industries and marketing contexts.
Related Idioms & Phrases
with a broad brush stroke - de forma generalista
add the finishing brush strokes - adicionar os últimos detalhes
a master's brush stroke - um toque de mestre
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