nounnounverb

tarnish

anlaufen · beflecken · Anlaufen

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Examples

The rain may tarnish the metal surface.verb

Der Regen kann die Metalloberfläche anlaufen lassen.

Will a scandal tarnish his professional reputation forever?verb

Wird ein Skandal seinen beruflichen Ruf für immer beflecken?

Exposure to humid air had tarnished the brass handles of the wooden chest.verb

Die Einwirkung von feuchter Luft hatte die Messinggriffe der Holztruhe anlaufen lassen.

Regular cleaning is necessary to prevent the buildup of tarnish on your jewelry.noun

Regelmäßige Reinigung ist notwendig, um das Anlaufen Ihres Schmucks zu verhindern.

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