carmine
word
/ˈkɑɹmən/
/kˈɑːmaɪn/
Definition
A rich, deep red color, sometimes with a hint of purple. It is often used in art, makeup, and descriptions of fabrics or flowers.
Usage & Nuances
'Carmine' is mostly used in formal, literary, or artistic contexts. It's not commonly used in everyday conversation. Collocations: 'carmine lipstick', 'carmine fabric', 'a carmine sunset'. Distinct from ordinary 'red'; it implies richness and depth.
Spanish: carmesíPortuguese (BR): carmesimPortuguese (PT): carmimChinese (Simplified): 胭脂红Chinese (Traditional): 胭脂紅Hindi: गहरा लालArabic: قرمزيBengali: কারমাইনRussian: карминJapanese: カーマインVietnamese: đỏ thắmKorean: 카마인Turkish: karmenUrdu: گہرا سرخIndonesian: merah karmin
Example Sentences
She chose carmine lipstick for a bold look.
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The artist painted the flowers with carmine.
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She wore a carmine dress to the party.
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Some lipsticks are made in carmine shades.
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The sunset turned the sky a beautiful carmine last night.
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That old book’s cover is a faded carmine now.
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