bordeaux
/bɔʁ.do/
The English phrase 'maroon' can be translated into French as bordeaux. Wiktionary also lists marron pourpré.
Meaning: color (adj)
Ways to say it
| French | IPA |
|---|---|
| bordeaux | /bɔʁ.do/ |
| marron pourpré |
Which one should you use?
The pack provides two forms: bordeaux and marron pourpré.
Related words
How do you pronounce it?
/bɔʁ.do/
Did you know?
- One meaning of marron originates from a West Indies creole derived from the Spanish word cimarrón, which referred to runaway slaves.
- In French, marron is an invariable adjective, meaning it does not change form to match the gender or number of the noun it describes.
- While 'maroon' in English is a specific dark red, calling something marron in French might actually lead a listener to picture a brown shade.
Examples in context
- La couleur marron lui va très bien.The maroon color suits him/her very well.
- Je trouve que ce manteau a une teinte bourgogne magnifique.I think this coat has a beautiful maroon shade.
- J'aime beaucoup votre robe bordeaux.I really like your maroon dress.
- Il a acheté un sac bordeaux.He bought a maroon bag.
- Cette cravate bordeaux est très élégante.This maroon tie is very elegant.
Example conversation
Nathan and Manon are looking at clothes in a shop.
- NathanTu penses quoi de ce pull bordeaux ?What do you think of this maroon sweater?
- ManonIl est très joli, Nathan.It is very pretty, Nathan.
- NathanEst-ce qu'il va bien avec mon pantalon ?Does it go well with my pants?
- ManonOui, la couleur est parfaite.Yes, the color is perfect.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “maroon” translations and entries bordeaux, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries marron, CC BY-SA 4.0.
