How Do You Spell ENAMELLING?

Pronunciation: [ɪnˈaməlɪŋ] (IPA)

Enamelling is a process of applying a coating of enamel onto a surface. The IPA transcription for "enamelling" is /ɪˈnæməlɪŋ/. The first syllable "en" is pronounced as "ih-n" while the second syllable "am" is pronounced as "æm." The third syllable "el" is pronounced as "uh-l" and the fourth syllable "ling" is pronounced as "ih-ng." The spelling of this word is determined by the process it describes, which involves the application of enamel onto a surface to create a smooth and durable finish.

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ENAMELLING Meaning and Definition

  1. Enamelling is a decorative technique used in various crafts and industries, primarily in the realm of metalwork. It involves fusing powdered glass or colored pigments onto a surface, typically metal, through the process of firing. The resultant layer of enamel forms a durable, glossy, and often colorful coating, enhancing the beauty and functionality of the object.

    The process of enamelling begins by preparing the surface of the metal by cleaning and smoothing it. This allows the enamel to adhere securely. The powdered glass or pigments, known as enamels, are carefully applied to the metal's surface either through dusting, wet application, or stenciling techniques. Next, the object is heated in a kiln or oven at high temperatures, usually between 750 and 850 degrees Celsius, to melt the enamel and enable it to bond with the metal. This firing process also results in the transformation of the enamel into a smooth, vitreous layer.

    Enamelling has a rich history dating back thousands of years, with civilizations like the ancient Egyptians and Greeks employing it for both artistic and practical purposes. Today, enamelling is used in various applications, such as jewelry making, decorative art objects, and even industrial applications like coating cookware for durability and easy cleaning.

    Enamelling requires a delicate balance of craftsmanship, artistry, and technical skill. Artists and crafters often collaborate with metalworkers to create stunning pieces where the combination of color, texture, and shine achieved through enamelling can truly elevate the aesthetic appeal and value of the finished work.

  2. The act of painting with enamel.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for ENAMELLING

Etymology of ENAMELLING

The word "enamelling" comes from the Old French word "esmaillier", which originated from the Germanic word "smaltjan" meaning "to enamel or glaze". This Germanic word is derived from the Greek word "smaltos", which referred to a powdered mineral used to create a glass-like coating. "Enamelling" has its roots in these ancient words, ultimately tracing back to the Greek term.

Similar spelling word for ENAMELLING

Plural form of ENAMELLING is ENAMELLINGS

Conjugate verb Enamelling

CONDITIONAL

I would enamel
we would enamel
you would enamel
he/she/it would enamel
they would enamel

FUTURE

I will enamel
we will enamel
you will enamel
he/she/it will enamel
they will enamel

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have enamelled, will have enameled
we will have enamelled, will have enameled
you will have enamelled, will have enameled
he/she/it will have enamelled, will have enameled
they will have enamelled, will have enameled

PAST

I enamelled, enameled
we enamelled, enameled
you enamelled, enameled
he/she/it enamelled, enameled
they enamelled, enameled

PAST PERFECT

I had enamelled, had enameled
we had enamelled, had enameled
you had enamelled, had enameled
he/she/it had enamelled, had enameled
they had enamelled, had enameled

PRESENT

I enamel
we enamel
you enamel
he/she/it enamels
they enamel

PRESENT PERFECT

I have enameled, have enamelled
we have enameled, have enamelled
you have enameled, have enamelled
he/she/it has enameled, has enamelled
they have enameled, have enamelled
I am enameling, am enamelling
we are enamelling, are enameling
you are enamelling, are enameling
he/she/it is enameling, is enamelling
they are enamelling, are enameling
I was enamelling, was enameling
we were enameling, were enamelling
you were enameling, were enamelling
he/she/it was enamelling, was enameling
they were enameling, were enamelling
I will be enameling, will be enamelling
we will be enameling, will be enamelling
you will be enameling, will be enamelling
he/she/it will be enameling, will be enamelling
they will be enameling, will be enamelling
I have been enameling, have been enamelling
we have been enameling, have been enamelling
you have been enamelling, have been enameling
he/she/it has been enameling, has been enamelling
they have been enamelling, have been enameling
I had been enamelling, had been enameling
we had been enamelling, had been enameling
you had been enamelling, had been enameling
he/she/it had been enamelling, had been enameling
they had been enamelling, had been enameling
I will have been enameling, will have been enamelling
we will have been enameling, will have been enamelling
you will have been enameling, will have been enamelling
he/she/it will have been enameling, will have been enamelling
they will have been enameling, will have been enamelling
I would have enamelled, would have enameled
we would have enamelled, would have enameled
you would have enamelled, would have enameled
he/she/it would have enamelled, would have enameled
they would have enamelled, would have enameled
I would be enamelling, would be enameling
we would be enamelling, would be enameling
you would be enamelling, would be enameling
he/she/it would be enamelling, would be enameling
they would be enamelling, would be enameling
I would have been enamelling, would have been enameling
we would have been enamelling, would have been enameling
you would have been enamelling, would have been enameling
he/she/it would have been enamelling, would have been enameling
they would have been enamelling, would have been enameling

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