German Word · Intermediate
Schminke
make-up
Pronunciation: /ˈʃmɪŋkə/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "make-up".
Example
Ich gehe immer ohne Schminke zur Arbeit.
I always go to work with no make-up on.
Practice tips
- Practice Schminke out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.