German word

farbenfroh

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈfaɐ̯bənˌfʁoː/

Meaning

  • adjectivecolorful

Example

Das Tuch ist farbenfroher als das andere.

The cloth is more colorful than the other one.

Illustration for farbenfroh (colorful)

More examples

Die Schals wirken farbenfroh.

The scarves look colorful.

Core concept

A lively patchwork of bright colors that makes a scene feel cheerful.

Common phrases

  • in farbenfroher Kleidung

    in colorful clothing

  • ein farbenfrohes Muster

    a colorful pattern

  • mit farbenfrohen Akzenten

    with colorful accents

Similar words

bunt: Featuring a mixture of several colors.
farbig: Clearly colored rather than plain or neutral.
knallig: Strikingly vivid and intense in color.

Definition in German

Voll von Farben; bunt oder auffällig gefärbt und dabei positiv oder heiter wirkend.

Word origin

The compound joins German Farbe ('color') with froh ('glad' or 'cheerful'), linking abundant color with a positive impression.

Usage tips

  • Unlike neutral 'bunt', 'farbenfroh' usually emphasizes a cheerful and pleasing effect.

Other meanings

  • vividadjective
  • multicoloredadjective

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