Sketching: meaning, definitions and examples

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sketching

 

[ ˈskɛtʃɪŋ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

artistic expression

Sketching is the act of quickly drawing a rough outline or draft to capture the essence of a subject. It is often used as a preliminary step before creating a more detailed artwork.

Synonyms

doodling, drawing, outlining

Examples of usage

  • Her sketches were filled with intricate details and expressive lines.
  • I enjoy sketching landscapes in my free time.
  • The artist sketched the model in just a few minutes.
Context #2 | Noun

art

A sketch is a quick, rough drawing that captures the basic elements of a subject. It can serve as a starting point for a more elaborate piece of art.

Synonyms

draft, outline, rough drawing

Examples of usage

  • The painter made a sketch of the scene before starting the actual painting.
  • She showed me her sketches for the new art project.
  • The sketch of the building was used as a reference for the final design.

Translations

Translations of the word "sketching" in other languages:

🇵🇹 esboçar

🇮🇳 स्केचिंग

🇩🇪 Skizzieren

🇮🇩 menggambar sketsa

🇺🇦 ескізування

🇵🇱 szkicowanie

🇯🇵 スケッチング

🇫🇷 esquisse

🇪🇸 bocetaje

🇹🇷 taslak çizme

🇰🇷 스케치하기

🇸🇦 رسم تخطيطي

🇨🇿 skicování

🇸🇰 skicovanie

🇨🇳 素描

🇸🇮 skiciranje

🇮🇸 teikna drög

🇰🇿 эскиздеу

🇬🇪 ესკიზირება

🇦🇿 eskiz etmək

🇲🇽 bocetar

Etymology

The word 'sketch' originated from the Dutch word 'schets' which means 'a hasty drawing or outline.' The concept of sketching has been a fundamental part of art history, dating back to the early Renaissance period. Artists like Leonardo da Vinci used sketches to plan their masterpieces. Over time, sketching has evolved into a popular form of artistic expression and a valuable tool for artists to capture ideas quickly.

See also: sketch, sketcher, sketches, sketchy.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,907, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.