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.

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

• enablling
• enabeling
• enabelling
• 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

• Enameling.

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