/ˈroxo/

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Translation

red

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Word origin

From Latin russeus ('reddish'), from russus ('red'). The same root gives English russet.

Origin
Latin
Root
russeus
English cognates
russet

Grammar

Feminineroja
Masc pluralrojos
Fem pluralrojas

Examples

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She is wearing a very elegant red dress.

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The tomatoes are already red and ready to eat.

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The light turned red suddenly.

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He turned red with embarrassment when he saw her come in.

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My sister is wearing a very pretty red dress.

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They painted the kitchen door bright red.

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This word is taught in chapter 8, lesson 11: rojo, aire, decisión and 6 more words.