Rojo (en. Red)

/ˈro.xo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Color of the visible spectrum, found between orange and violet.
Red is the color of passion.
El rojo es el color de la pasión.
Describes something that has a tone or color similar to that of a tomato.
She is wearing a bright red dress.
Ella lleva un vestido rojo brillante.
Denotes danger or warning.
The traffic light is red, you must stop.
El semáforo está en rojo, debes detenerte.

Etymology

From Latin 'rubeus', which means 'reddish'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to see red
To feel a lot of rage or anger.
ver rojo
red with shame
To have a flushed face from embarrassment.
rojo de vergüenza
red blood
Reference to blood, often used in emotional contexts.
sangre roja

Related Words

reddish
Having a red tone.
rojizo
redness
Quality of something that is red.
rojedad
intense red
A very strong shade of red.
rojo intenso

Slang Meanings

To do something secretly.
Let's make a secret plan to surprise our friends.
Vamos a hacer un plan rojo para sorprender a nuestros amigos.
To refer to something exciting or passionate.
That novel is very spicy with its love scenes.
Esa novela es muy roja con sus escenas de amor.