French Conversation · Level 12
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French word
marron
Pronunciation
IPA/maʁɔ̃/
Meaning
- adjectivebrown
Example
Elle porte un pull marron.
She is wearing a brown sweater.
More examples
Il porte un sac marron.
He is carrying a brown bag.
Core concept
A rich, warm chestnut brown seen in clothing, objects, or dark eyes.
Common phrases
un pull marron
a brown sweater
des yeux marron
brown eyes
un sac marron
a brown bag
Similar words
brun: A dark brown shade commonly used for hair and furniture.
châtain: A light, yellow-tinged brown, especially for hair.
beige: A pale, light yellowish brown common in clothing and interiors.
noisette: A slightly reddish light brown used for eyes and fabrics.
Definition in French
Signifie un brun proche de la châtaigne, courant pour décrire des tissus, des objets ou des yeux.
Word origin
French borrowed marron from Italian marrone, the word for a chestnut, and developed its color use from that noun.
Usage tips
- For hair, French commonly uses châtain or brun rather than marron, while marron is especially natural for eyes and clothing.