Black in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'black' is 'negro', pronounced NEH-groh (IPA: /ˈneɡɾo/). It is an A1-level adjective and must agree in gender and number with the noun it describes (masculine plural: negros).
| Spanish | negro |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | NEH-groh · /ˈneɡɾo/ |
| Part of speech | adjective |
| Plural | negros |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'negro'
- El gato negro duerme en el sofá.
The black cat is sleeping on the sofa. - Ella siempre lleva ropa negra.
She always wears black clothes. - Compré unos pantalones negros para el trabajo.
I bought some black pants for work. - Las nubes negras anuncian lluvia.
The black clouds announce rain.
Common Phrases with 'negro'
- mercado negro
black market - la oveja negra
the black sheep - verlo todo negro
to see everything negatively
How to Use 'negro'
Four regular forms: negro, negra, negros, negras. Figuratively it often means bad or gloomy: 'un día negro', 'verlo todo negro'. As a noun referring to people it requires care and varies by region; for the color itself say 'el negro'.
Related Vocabulary
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you say 'black' in Spanish?
'Black' in Spanish is 'negro', pronounced NEH-groh.
How do you spell 'negro'?
It is spelled n-e-g-r-o.
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