English · Common Verbs
paints
/peɪnts/
[/peɪnts/]
third-person singular of paint
Beginnerverb
Definition
Third-person singular present of 'paint': used when he, she, or it applies colour to a surface.
Example
My uncle paints beautiful landscapes of the countryside whenever he has a free weekend.
My uncle paints beautiful landscapes of the countryside whenever he has a free weekend.
Etymology
From Old French 'peindre', from Latin 'pingere' (to paint).
How & Where It’s Used
Used with singular subjects in the present tense to describe painting.