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    Châteaubrun (en. Brown castle)

    /ʃɑ.to.bʁœ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to a brownish color reminiscent of that of the chestnut tree.
    The walls of the house were painted châteaubrun.
    Les murs de la maison étaient peints en châteaubrun.
    Used to describe certain woods or materials.
    This chestnut piece of furniture has a beautiful châteaubrun shade.
    Ce meuble en châtaignier a une belle teinte châteaubrun.
    Can also refer to hair tones.
    She has châteaubrun hair that shines in the sun.
    Elle a les cheveux châteaubrun qui brillent au soleil.

    Etymology

    From the French 'châtaigne' which designates the fruit, and 'brun' which describes the color.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    it is châteaubrun
    Refers to something that has a pleasant brown hue.
    c'est châteaubrun
    châteaubrun furniture
    Refers to furniture of a golden brown color.
    des meubles châteaubrun
    a châteaubrun complexion
    Refers to a hair or skin color that is a slightly golden brown.
    un teint châteaubrun

    Related Words

    chestnut
    Edible fruit of the chestnut tree, also used to describe the color.
    châtaigne
    brown
    Dark color between black and red.
    brun
    hazelnut
    Color between brown and gold.
    noisette

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to a rustic and warm style.
    This decor is very châteaubrun, it reminds me of my countryside.
    Cette déco est très châteaubrun, elle me rappelle ma campagne.
    Used to describe a soft and natural ambiance.
    The light in this room is châteaubrun and soothing.
    La lumière dans cette pièce est châteaubrun et apaisante.