Translation guide
The initial layer of paint, varnish, or similar coating applied to a surface, often as a primer or base before subsequent coats.
The initial layer applied to a surface, typically as a base or primer.
Standard term for the first coat or undercoat in painting and coating contexts.
最初に下塗りをしてください。
Please apply the first coat first.
下塗りが乾いたら、上塗りをします。
Once the first coat dries, we'll apply the topcoat.
More descriptive phrase meaning 'the first application/coat'. Useful when specifying the number of coats.
一回目の塗りは薄くしてください。
Make the first coat thin.
Loanword for 'primer', specifically a preparatory coating. Used in technical or DIY contexts.
When counting coats, use the counter 〜回 (かい) or 〜度 (ど). For example, 二回塗り (にかいぬり) means 'two coats'.
二回塗りが必要です。
Two coats are necessary.
プライマーを塗ってからペンキを塗ります。
Apply primer first, then paint.