surface texture
[ˈsɜːrfɪs ˈtɛkstʃər]
nounpl: surface textures
textura de superfície
1. the tactile quality or pattern of a surface; the way a surface feels to the touch or appears visually
The surface texture of the sandpaper makes it ideal for smoothing wood.
A textura de superfície da lixa a torna ideal para lixar madeira.
2. in art and design, the visual or tactile characteristics that give depth and interest to a material or artwork
The artist created an interesting surface texture by layering paint thickly on the canvas.
O artista criou uma textura de superfície interessante ao aplicar tinta em camadas espessas na tela.
3. in materials science and engineering, the microscopic or macroscopic pattern of a surface
The surface texture of the metal affects its corrosion resistance.
A textura de superfície do metal afeta sua resistência à corrosão.
In Brazilian design and manufacturing contexts, 'textura de superfície' is a technical term widely used in architecture, interior design, and industrial production. In the United States, this term is common in art schools, design studios, and manufacturing industries. The concept is particularly important in both cultures' growing emphasis on tactile design and sustainable material appreciation.
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