Colores (en. Colors)

/koˈloɾes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Tones or shades that we perceive visually.
The colors of the rainbow are stunning.
Los colores del arcoíris son impresionantes.
Visual properties of objects, determined by the light they reflect.
The artist chose vibrant colors for his painting.
El artista eligió colores vibrantes para su pintura.

Etymology

From Latin 'color', which means 'color' or 'dye'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to see life in colors
To have an optimistic perspective.
ver la vida en colores
to add color
To deceive or create illusions.
echar colores
in full color
With great intensity or clarity.
a todo color

Related Words

color
Visual perception that can be described as a tone or shade.
color
white
Color associated with purity and peace.
blanco
black
Color that represents the absence of light.
negro

Slang Meanings

Fashion colors.
Today I am wearing the colors that are in fashion.
Hoy llevo puestos los colores que están de moda.
Personal style or way of expressing oneself through colors.
His room has very personal colors.
Su cuarto tiene colores muy suyos.