Blue in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'blue' is 'azul', pronounced ah-SOOL (IPA: /aˈsul/). It is an A1-level adjective and must agree in gender and number with the noun it describes (masculine plural: azules).
| Spanish | azul |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | ah-SOOL · /aˈsul/ |
| Part of speech | adjective |
| Plural | azules |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'azul'
- El cielo está azul hoy.
The sky is blue today. - Ella lleva una falda azul.
She is wearing a blue skirt. - Me gustan los coches azules.
I like blue cars. - Las paredes azules hacen la habitación más tranquila.
The blue walls make the room calmer.
Common Phrases with 'azul'
- príncipe azul
Prince Charming - sangre azul
blue blood / nobility
How to Use 'azul'
'Azul' has the same form for masculine and feminine ('el mar azul', 'la casa azul'); only the plural changes, adding -es: 'azules'. Shades are made with 'claro' and 'oscuro': 'azul claro', 'azul oscuro' (these compounds usually stay invariable: 'camisas azul claro').
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Frequently Asked Questions
'Blue' in Spanish is 'azul', pronounced ah-SOOL.
It is spelled a-z-u-l.
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