fresco
Translation
fresco
Examples
The church is famous for its beautiful frescoes.
The church is famous for its beautiful frescoes.
He is learning the art of fresco painting.
He is learning the art of fresco painting.
Grammar Patterns
a fresco / frescoes ... a type of wall painting The church has beautiful frescoes.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mural, wall painting
Etymology
From Italian '(al) fresco', meaning 'in the cool/fresh', as the paint is applied to fresh, wet plaster.
Memory Tips
Imagine painting on a 'fresh' wall. The word comes from the Italian for 'fresh'.