azul
/aˈθul/
azul is the Spanish word for blue.
azul refers to the color of a clear sky or the deep ocean. It can be used in phrases such as cielo azul (blue sky), mar azul (blue sea) or to describe physical features like ojos azules (blue eyes).
Is it said differently in some regions?
In certain regions, including Spain and parts of Latin America, the word celeste is often used specifically to describe light shades of blue.
How does it change in a sentence?
As an adjective, azul is invariable in gender, meaning it does not change its form whether it is describing a masculine or a feminine noun. To express the plural, add -es to the end of the word to form azules. For example, vestido azul is the masculine form for blue dress, while ojos azules is the plural form for blue eyes.
How do you pronounce it?
/aˈθul/
Did you know?
- The word azul originates from the Persian word for 'lapis lazuli', a deep-blue semi-precious stone.
- In Spanish-speaking cultures, the color azul is often associated with the Virgin Mary, who is traditionally depicted wearing a blue mantle.
- In some Latin American contexts, the phrase sangre azul (blue blood) is used to refer to people of noble or aristocratic descent.
Examples in context
- "Azul" significa "hola" en bereber."Azul" means in Berber "hello."This sentence is useful for demonstrating that azul can mean something else, such as "hello", in the Berber language.Tatoeba #10095097 by manufrutos, translation #10094453 by Amastan
- Me encanta el mar azul cristalino en el Caribe.I love the crystal clear blue sea in the Caribbean.
- ¿Dónde puedo comprar una camiseta azul?Where can I buy a blue t-shirt?
- El cielo hoy está muy azul.The sky is very blue today.
- Me gusta tu vestido azul.I like your blue dress.
Example conversation
Two friends are shopping for a new shirt.
- MaríaJavier, ¿te gusta esta camisa?Javier, do you like this shirt?
- JavierSí, ese color azul te queda muy bien.Yes, that blue color looks very good on you.
- María¿Crees que es demasiado brillante?Do you think it is too bright?
- JavierNo, es un tono muy elegante.No, it is a very elegant tone.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry azul, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries azul, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
