棕色
zōng sè
Definitions
- 1. brown
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Word relationships
Related words
1 itemUsage notes
Common mistakes
Do not confuse 棕色 (brown) with 棕色的 (brown, attributive); the latter requires 的 when modifying a noun directly, e.g., 棕色的狗 not 棕色狗.
Formality
棕色 is the standard word for brown in both formal and informal contexts; 咖啡色 is more colloquial and commonly used for clothing.
Example Sentences
1 shown我有一件 棕色 的外套。
I have a brown coat.
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