taupe
word
Definition
"Taupe" is a color that is a blend of brown and gray, often described as a soft, grayish-brown shade used especially in fashion and interior design.
Usage & Nuances
"Taupe" is both a technical and popular term, especially in fashion, home decor, and design. It refers to a range of brownish-gray shades, so the exact color may vary. It is usually used as an adjective: "taupe dress", "taupe walls". Not used to describe natural phenomena.
Spanish: topoPortuguese (BR): taupe - cinza-amarronzadoPortuguese (PT): taupe - cinzento-acastanhadoChinese (Simplified): 褐灰色Chinese (Traditional): 褐灰色Hindi: टोप (भूरे और धूसर का मेल)Arabic: تاوب (بني رمادي)
Example Sentences
She painted her bedroom walls taupe.
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My new shoes are taupe.
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The sofa in the living room is taupe.
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I love the cozy feeling of these taupe blankets in winter.
natural
Do you think a taupe dress will match these shoes?
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That café’s entire interior is decorated in taupe and cream for a relaxing look.
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