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No. 6,877 in Spanish

demi

The word "demi" is not Spanish; it originates from French, meaning "half."

In a sentence

  • El sol demi luz al amanecer.

    The sun demi light at dawn.

    Here, 'demi' is represented as a descriptive modifier indicating a partial or soft quality of the light.

  • Su voz tenía un tono demi melancólico.

    His voice had a demi-melancholic tone.

    In this context, 'demi' is used to express a partial or subtle attribute describing the tone of voice.

  • La pintura tiene un estilo muy demi abstracto.

    The painting has a very demi-abstract style.

    Here, 'demi' serves as a prefix adjusting the degree to which the painting exhibits abstract characteristics.

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