Crimson Meaning in English
word
/ˈkɹɪmzən/
KRIM-zuhn
/kɹˈɪmsən/
krIM-suhn
Definition
A deep, rich red color, sometimes with a hint of purple. "Crimson" can describe a color or things that have that color, like blood or fabric.
Usage & Nuances
More formal and poetic than simply 'red'; common in literature and fashion. Used to convey intensity, passion, or vividness. Often collocates with 'sky,' 'rose,' 'blood,' or 'robe.' Not used for everyday objects like cars or apples.
Spanish: carmesí - rojo intensoPortuguese (BR): carmesim - vermelho intensoPortuguese (PT): carmesim - vermelho intensoChinese (Simplified): 深红色 - 绯红Chinese (Traditional): 深紅色 - 緋紅Hindi: गहरा लाल - क्रीमसनArabic: قرمزي - أحمر غامقBengali: গাঢ় লাল - রক্তিমRussian: алый - багровыйJapanese: 深紅（しんこう） - クリムゾンVietnamese: đỏ thẫm - đỏ tíaKorean: 진홍색 - 크림슨Turkish: koyu kırmızı - kan kırmızısıUrdu: گہرا سرخ - قرمزیIndonesian: merah tua - merah darah
Example Sentences
The sunset was a beautiful crimson color.
basic
She wore a crimson dress to the party.
basic
His cheeks turned crimson when he was embarrassed.
basic
The garden was filled with crimson roses in full bloom.
natural
She blushed a deep crimson when everyone sang to her.
natural
The king's robe was made of rich crimson velvet.
natural