verde
word
Definition
A color between blue and yellow on the spectrum; most commonly associated with grass, leaves, and many plants. It can also mean something inexperienced or new.
Usage & Nuances
'Verde' is usually a literal color term, but can metaphorically mean inexperienced ('a little green'). In many languages, especially Romance languages, it directly means 'green.' Used for nature, traffic lights ('green light'), and sometimes for raw (unripe) things.
Spanish: verdePortuguese (BR): verdePortuguese (PT): verdeChinese (Simplified): 绿色Chinese (Traditional): 綠色Hindi: हराArabic: أخضرBengali: সবুজRussian: зелёныйJapanese: 緑Vietnamese: xanh lá câyKorean: 초록 - 녹색Turkish: yeşilUrdu: سبزIndonesian: hijau
Example Sentences
The grass in the park is very green.
basic
She wore a beautiful green dress.
basic
Limes are usually picked when they are still green.
basic
He’s a bit green, but he’ll learn quickly on the job.
natural
We finally got the green light to start the project.
natural
That salad looks so fresh and green.
natural