Dutch Word · Intermediate
fusain
a fusain, a charcoal sketch
Pronunciation: /fyˈzɛn/
Meaning
a fusain, a charcoal sketch
Example
ca. 1882, Vincent van Gogh, letter 287, in Brieven aan zijn broeder, part 2, publ. 1914, page 158. Ik heb deze teekening gemaakt met fusain en bergkrijt en drukinkt.
I have made this drawing with fusain and mountain chalk and printer's ink.
Practice tips
- Practice fusain out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Dutch word is for intermediate-level learners.