German Vocabulary

Colors in GermanVocabulary + Pronunciation

01.03.2022

Let's learn the colors in German! While the names for colors in German sound very similar to their English equivalent, they are nevertheless different.

With practice and dedication, learning them can be both fun and rewarding. Below is a list of colors in German and their English translations to help you get started.

Basic Colors in German

die Farbe
color
rot
red
blau
blue
gelb
yellow
grün
green
schwarz
black
weiß
white

Memorizing colors in German can be challenging, but there are a few tips to help you out. First, try to associate each color with an image. For example, think of a black cat for the color schwarz or a yellow sun for the color gelb. Next, practice saying each color aloud. This will help you to become more familiar with the pronunciation. Finally, create flashcards to help you study. This can be a great way to learn and remember the colors in German.

By following these tips and practicing regularly, you’ll be able to master the colors in German in no time!

Complementary Colors

pink
pink
orange
orange
violett
violet
lila
violet
braun
brown
grau
grey
türkis
turquoise
beige
beige
magenta
magenta

Shades - Light & Dark Colors

German adjectives that describe hues and shades are incredibly useful to know if you plan to have any meaningful conversations in German. Some of the most common words used to describe hues and shades include “hell” (light), “dunkel” (dark).

When combined with other adjectives, these words can be used to describe more specific hues and shades. For example, “hellblau” (light blue), “dunkelrot” (dark red), and “hellgrün” (light green).

Finally, practice using the words in conversations with native German speakers. This will help you to internalize the words and use them more naturally in conversation.

Overall, German

hell
light
dunkel
dark
hellblau
light blue
dunkelblau
dark blue
hellrot
light red
dunkelrot
dark red
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