Tanned

Pronunciation: /tænd/

Definitions of tanned

adjective Tanned is used as an adjective to describe someone who has darkened skin from exposure to the sun.

Example Sentences

A1 She has a tanned complexion from spending a lot of time outdoors.

A2 The tanned leather bag looked stylish and durable.

B1 After a week at the beach, she returned with a beautifully tanned skin.

B2 He had a perfectly tanned body from his frequent trips to tropical destinations.

C1 The tanned appearance of the old book gave it a vintage and well-loved look.

C2 Her tanned legs were a result of years of playing outdoor sports under the sun.

Examples of tanned in a Sentence

formal She returned from her vacation with a beautifully tanned complexion.

informal After spending a week at the beach, she came back looking all tanned and relaxed.

slang I need to hit the tanning bed before the party so I can look tanned and fabulous.

figurative His words were tanned with the warmth of sincerity.

Grammatical Forms of tanned

• past tense: tanned
• plural: tanned
• comparative: more tanned
• superlative: most tanned
• present tense: tan
• future tense: will tan
• perfect tense: have tanned
• continuous tense: is tanning
• singular: tanned
• positive degree: tan
• infinitive: tan
• gerund: tanning
• participle: tanned

Origin and Evolution of tanned

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'tanned' originates from the Middle English word 'tannen' which comes from the Old English word 'tannian' meaning to convert hide into leather by steeping in tannin.

Evolution of the word: Originally used specifically in the context of leather making, the word 'tanned' has evolved to also refer to the process of darkening or bronzing one's skin through exposure to the sun or artificial methods.