colour
Pronunciation
Noun
A1 Beginner
Quick answer
The property of something that you see, such as red, blue, or green, produced by how it reflects light.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
hue
Usage notes
Colour is the British spelling, color is standard in American English.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "What _____ do you want to paint your room?"
Answer: colour
In your own words, what does "colour" mean?
The property of something that you see, such as red, blue, or green, produced by how it reflects light.
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