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    Jaunâtre (en. Yellowish)

    /ʒonatʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to a color that leans towards yellow.
    This painting has a yellowish tint.
    Cette peinture a une teinte jaunâtre.
    Indicates a nuance between yellow and another color.
    The sky at sunset takes on yellowish reflections.
    Le ciel au coucher de soleil prend des reflets jaunâtres.

    Etymology

    From the French 'jaune' with the suffix '-âtre' indicating a nuance.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To have a yellowish tint
    Refers to an object or color that has a shade of yellow.
    Avoir une teinte jaunâtre
    Yellowish light
    Light whose color tends towards yellow.
    Lumière jaunâtre

    Related Words

    yellow
    Primary color visible between green and orange.
    jaune
    yellowing
    The action of turning yellow.
    jaunissement

    Slang Meanings

    Describes a person who seems somewhat 'aged' or 'worn'.
    He looks a bit yellowish today.
    Il a une allure jaunâtre aujourd'hui.