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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