sienese

Si·en·ese

S s

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [see-uh-neez, -nees]
- /ˌsi əˈniz, -ˈnis/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [see-uh-neez, -nees]
- /ˌsi əˈniz, -ˈnis/

Definitions of sienese word

adjective sienese of or relating to Siena or its people. 1
adjective sienese pertaining to or designating the style of painting developed in Siena during the late 13th and 14th centuries, characterized by a use of Byzantine forms and iconography modified by an increased three-dimensional quality, decorative linear rhythms, and harmonious, although sometimes ornamental, color. 1
noun plural sienese an inhabitant of Siena. 1
adjective sienese of or relating to Siena or its people 0
noun sienese the people of Siena 0

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Origin of sienese

First appearance:

before 1750

One of the 47% newest English words

First recorded in 1750-60; Sien(a) + -ese

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Parts of speech for Sienese

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

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preposition

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sienese popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 78% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data about 74% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

sienese usage trend in Literature

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