also: こんでい
noun
gold paint; gold dust mixed with glue
Refers to a traditional Japanese painting material made by mixing gold powder with a binding agent (nikawa). Used in art and craft contexts.
日本画では金泥を使って豪華な背景を描くことがある。
In Japanese painting, gold paint is sometimes used to create luxurious backgrounds.
金泥で経典を写す技法が古くから伝わっている。
The technique of copying sutras with gold paint has been passed down since ancient times.
Compound of 金 (gold) and 泥 (mud, paste). The reading きんでい is the standard on'yomi combination; こんでい is an older or alternative reading.