facade
Translation
facade, front, pretence
Examples
The building has a beautiful stone facade.
The building has a beautiful stone facade.
His confidence was just a facade.
His confidence was just a facade.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) facade of (sth.) the front of a building The facade of the city hall is impressive.
((a)) facade a false appearance She maintained a facade of cheerfulness.
Similar Words
Synonyms: front, exterior, pretense, veneer
Etymology
From Italian 'faccia' meaning 'face', referring to the 'face' of a building.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'face' of a building, or a person's 'fake face' or pretense.