C2
carving vs engraving vs etching
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| carvingnoun/ˈkɑːr.vɪŋ/ | Meaning a figure or design made by cutting into wood, stone or another hard material | Goes with wood carving | Example Stone carving was a skill passed from father to son in the village. |
| engravingnoun/ɪnˈɡreɪ.vɪŋ/ | Meaning a design or words cut into a hard surface, or a picture printed from a cut metal plate | Goes with an engraving of | Example The ring has an engraving of our wedding date inside. |
| etchingnoun/ˈetʃ.ɪŋ/ | Meaning a picture printed from a metal plate whose lines were cut with acid, or the art of making these | Goes with etching of | Example Old etchings of Hanoi show the lake surrounded by small houses. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Metal needs a steady hand and sharp tools.