Basic colors — Colors

Farbe

Color

Pronounced 'far-buh'.

Germany is a country rich in art and design, so colors play a big role in everyday aesthetics.

Rot

Red

Try rolling the 'r' slightly for proper pronunciation.

Red is a popular color in Germany, often symbolizing love or excitement.

Blau

Blue

Rhymes with 'cow', but with a 'bl' at the start.

Blue is often associated with trust and reliability in German culture, common in company logos.

Gelb

Yellow

Pronounced like 'gel' with a 'b' at the end.

Yellow is frequently used to depict happiness and energy in German festivals and celebrations.

Grün

Green

Pronounce the 'ü' like 'ue' in 'due'.

Germany is known for its green initiatives and eco-friendly policies.

Schwarz

Black

The 'sch' is like 'sh' in 'sheep'.

Black is a classic choice in German fashion, reflecting elegance and formality.

Weiß

White

The 'ß' in 'Weiß' sounds like 'ss'.

Traditionally, white can symbolize purity and cleanliness in German culture.

Helle Farbe

Light color

'Helle' can also mean 'bright'.

Germans appreciate light and bright colors in interior designing to enhance the natural light.

Dunkle Farbe

Dark color

'Dunkle' refers to shades that are less vibrant or bright.

Dark colors are often used in traditional German art to convey depth and intensity.