high-gloss finish

[/haɪ ɡlɔːs ˈfɪnɪʃ/]

nounpl: high-gloss finishes

acabamento brilhante/acetinado de alto brilho

1. A smooth, shiny surface coating that reflects light and provides a polished, reflective appearance

The kitchen cabinets have a high-gloss finish that makes them easy to clean.

Os armários da cozinha têm um acabamento brilhante que facilita a limpeza.

2. A type of paint or varnish applied to furniture, walls, or other surfaces to create a glossy, mirror-like effect

We chose a high-gloss finish for the front door to make it stand out.

Escolhemos um acabamento brilhante para a porta da frente para que se destacasse.

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General Brazilian

acabamento brilhante

Most common term in Brazil

São Paulo

acabamento de alto brilho

Commonly used in commercial and industrial contexts

Portugal

acabamento brilhante/verniz brilhante

Portuguese preference for 'verniz' when referring to varnish-based finishes

shine like a mirror

polished to perfection

mirror-like finish

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