Green in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'green' is 'verde', pronounced BEHR-deh (IPA: /ˈbeɾde/). It is an A1-level adjective and must agree in gender and number with the noun it describes (masculine plural: verdes).
| Spanish | verde |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | BEHR-deh · /ˈbeɾde/ |
| Part of speech | adjective |
| Plural | verdes |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'verde'
- Los árboles tienen hojas verdes en primavera.
The trees have green leaves in spring. - Compré una camisa verde.
I bought a green shirt. - Los plátanos todavía están verdes.
The bananas are still green (unripe). - Mis ojos son verdes, como los de mi madre.
My eyes are green, like my mother's.
Common Phrases with 'verde'
- dar luz verde
to give the green light - estar verde
to be unripe / inexperienced
How to Use 'verde'
'Verde' ends in -e, so masculine and feminine are identical; the plural is 'verdes'. With 'estar' it often means unripe or inexperienced: 'estar verde en algo'.
Related Vocabulary
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you say 'green' in Spanish?
'Green' in Spanish is 'verde', pronounced BEHR-deh.
How do you spell 'verde'?
It is spelled v-e-r-d-e.
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