Spanish Conversation · Level 143
45 words
Spanish word
multicolor
Pronunciation
IPA/multikoˈloɾ/
Meaning
- adjectivecolorful
Example
La pared es multicolor.
The wall is colorful.
More examples
Ella lleva accesorios multicolor en el cabello.
She is wearing multicolored accessories in her hair.
Core concept
An object showing several different colors together.
Common phrases
camisa multicolor
multicolored shirt
falda multicolor
multicolored skirt
accesorios multicolor
multicolored accessories
Similar words
colorido: Displays rich, saturated tones that look vivid and full.
vibrante: Uses intense hues that create a lively, energetic impression.
vivo: Has bright, clear colors that appear fresh and vivid.
llamativo: Employs bold, contrasting colors that catch the eye.
Definition in Spanish
Que contiene colores diversos juntos, creando un efecto visual vivo o variado.
Word origin
From Latin multus "many" plus color "color", the Spanish adjective literally denotes having multiple colors together.
Usage tips
- In Spanish multicolor parallels English multicolored and emphasizes the variety or number of hues, while colorido often highlights brightness or vividness.
Other meanings
- multicoloredadjective
Opposites
- monocromáticomonochromaticadjective
- sobriosubduedadjective