truccarsi
to put on makeup
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/truk.ˈkar.si/
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Cultural Note
Italian beauty philosophy generally favors subtle, enhancing makeup over dramatic looks. The goal is to appear naturally beautiful — 'acqua e sapone' (water and soap) describes a fresh-faced beauty ideal. Italian cosmetic brands like Kiko Milano are popular for achieving this natural elegance.
📝 Example Sentences
Si trucca leggermente per andare al lavoro.
She puts on light makeup to go to work.
Non mi trucco mai, preferisco il look naturale.
I never wear makeup, I prefer the natural look.
Quanto tempo ci metti a truccarti?
How long does it take you to do your makeup?