Amarillenta (en. Yellowish)
/amaɾiˈʎenta/
Meaning & Definition
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adjective
Refers to something that has an intense yellow color or that has turned yellowish over time.
The dry leaves of autumn turn yellowish.
Las hojas secas del otoño se torna amarillentas.
Describes a slightly yellowish tone in objects or substances.
The sunset light gave a yellowish appearance to the room.
La luz del atardecer daba un aspecto amarillento a la habitación.
Used to refer to the color of certain fluids or substances that appear yellow.
The pool water turned yellowish due to lack of maintenance.
El agua de la piscina se volvió amarillenta por la falta de mantenimiento.
Etymology
Derived from 'amarillo' with the suffix '-enta' that denotes a tendency towards a color.
Common Phrases and Expressions
yellowed and sad
To describe a melancholic or faded situation or atmosphere.
amarillenta y triste
Related Words
yellow
Color between green and orange in the visible spectrum.
amarillo
to yellow
To acquire a yellow tone.
amarillear
yellowing
Tendency or state of being yellowish.
amarilleo
Slang Meanings
To describe something that is old or deteriorated.
That car is already very yellowed; it looks like it doesn't work.
Ese coche ya está muy amarillento, parece que no sirve.
Used to indicate something that looks faded or dull.
The wall of the house looks yellowish; it needs a new coat of paint.
La pared de la casa se ve amarillenta, necesita una pintura nueva.