German - English (British) translations for "grau"
"grau" German translation
Translation
gray
Definition
The German adjective 'grau' translates to the English word 'gray'.
Part of speech
adjective
Translations
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.Meaning: color: gray
Das Auto ist grau.
The car is gray.
Meaning: dull, boring
Der Film war ziemlich grau.
The movie was quite dull.
Meaning: unclear, vague
Seine Aussage war sehr grau.
His statement was very unclear.
Meaning: depressed, gloomy
Sie fühlte sich heute den ganzen Tag über grau.
She felt gloomy all day today.
Examples
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.A1: Der Himmel ist grau.
A1: The sky is gray.
A1: Meine Katze hat graue Augen.
A1: My cat has gray eyes.
A1: Das Auto ist grau.
A1: The car is gray.
B1: Die graue Wand passt gut zur Einrichtung.
B1: The gray wall goes well with the decor.
B1: Sie trägt eine graue Jacke, um sich warm zu halten.
B1: She is wearing a gray jacket to keep warm.
B1: Er hat mir einen grauen Haaransatz gezeigt.
B1: He showed me a gray hairline.
C1: Die Farbe des Himmels verändert sich von strahlend blau zu einem düsteren Grau.
C1: The color of the sky changes from bright blue to a gloomy gray.
C1: In der Mode sind momentan viele graue Töne angesagt.
C1: Currently, many shades of gray are trendy in fashion.
C1: Das Buch beschreibt die grausame Realität des Krieges.
C1: The book describes the cruel reality of war.
Advanced Description
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.Grau is a common color in nature and can be found in various shades. It is often associated with neutrality, practicality, and simplicity. Gray is a versatile color that can be used as a neutral backdrop or combined with other colors to create a sophisticated and elegant look.
In terms of symbolism, gray can represent balance, stability, and maturity. It is often used to convey a sense of seriousness or formality. Gray is also associated with wisdom and experience.
In German culture, gray is sometimes seen as a symbol of melancholy or sadness. It can also be associated with dullness or monotony. However, gray is also appreciated for its timeless and classic appeal.