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maquillarse

verbCEFR A1

What does “maquillarse” mean in English?

  1. to put on makeup

    to put on makeup (reflexive)

Example sentences

  • Me maquillo antes de salir.

    I put on makeup before going out.

  • Ella se maquilla rápido.

    She does her makeup quickly.

  • Voy a maquillarme.

    I'm going to put on makeup.

How to use it

Maquillarse means 'to put on makeup'. Reflexive: me maquillo. Mostly female-context (though anyone can use it).

Common mistake

Pronounce double-l as English 'y': ma-qui-YAR-se. The accent isn't required but pronunciation must reflect the digraph rule.

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