Drawing pencil: meaning, definitions and examples

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drawing pencil

 

[ ˈdrɔːɪŋ ˈpɛnsəl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

art supplies

A drawing pencil is a tool used for creating sketches, illustrations, and drawings. It typically consists of a wooden shaft with a graphite or charcoal core. Drawing pencils come in various grades, ranging from hard (H) to soft (B), to achieve different levels of darkness and precision in the artwork.

Synonyms

art pencil, illustration pencil, sketching pencil

Examples of usage

  • Her favorite drawing pencil is a 2B for creating soft shadows.
  • I always carry a drawing pencil with me in case inspiration strikes.
  • The artist used a drawing pencil to outline the figure before adding color.
  • The drawing pencil left delicate lines on the paper.
  • She sharpened her drawing pencil to a fine point for detailed work.

Translations

Translations of the word "drawing pencil" in other languages:

🇵🇹 lápis de desenho

🇮🇳 चित्रण पेंसिल

🇩🇪 Zeichenbleistift

🇮🇩 pensil gambar

🇺🇦 олівець для малювання

🇵🇱 ołówek do rysowania

🇯🇵 描画用鉛筆

🇫🇷 crayon à dessin

🇪🇸 lápiz de dibujo

🇹🇷 çizim kalemi

🇰🇷 그림 연필

🇸🇦 قلم رصاص للرسم

🇨🇿 kreslicí tužka

🇸🇰 kresliaca ceruzka

🇨🇳 绘图铅笔

🇸🇮 risalni svinčnik

🇮🇸 teikniblýantur

🇰🇿 сурет салатын қарындаш

🇬🇪 ხატვის ფანქარი

🇦🇿 çəkmə qələmi

🇲🇽 lápiz de dibujo

Word origin

The history of the drawing pencil dates back to the 16th century when graphite was first discovered in England. Initially, graphite sticks were wrapped in string or sheepskin for writing and drawing. It wasn't until the 18th century that the modern wooden pencil we know today was developed. The introduction of different graphite grades allowed artists to achieve a wider range of tones and effects in their artwork. Drawing pencils have since become essential tools for artists, illustrators, and sketchers around the world.