palette
gb/pˈælɪt/ us/pˈælɪt/
B2
English
~ 8400
paletta, színpaletta, színvilág, eszköztár, választék
NOUN
B2
1
paletta
B1
Usage pattern:
an artist's palette
He rested his palette on his arm as he studied the scene.
A karjára támasztotta a palettáját, miközben a látványt tanulmányozta.
The old palette was covered in dried paint from years of use.
A régi palettát az évek használata során rászáradt festék borította.
She squeezed fresh colors onto her palette before starting the portrait.
In the photo, the painter holds a palette and brush near the easel.
Learner examples
The artist holds the palette in one hand.
A művész az egyik kezében tartja a palettát.
She mixes the blue and yellow on her palette.
A kék és a sárga festéket a palettáján keveri össze.
His palette is full of many bright colors.
There is a palette and a brush on the table.
Common mistake:
Learners often confuse "palette" with "palate" (the roof of the mouth or sense of taste) and "pallet" (a wooden platform used for moving goods). For art, always use "palette" with double "t" and "e" at the end.
Meaning
Board for holding and mixing paint
Collocations
artist's palette
|wooden palette
|hold the palette
|mix paint on the palette
|paint-stained palette
Synonyms
artist's board (A more descriptive phrase, less common as a fixed term than "palette".)
Antonyms
canvas (The canvas is the surface where the paint is applied, not where it is mixed; it plays the opposite role in the painting process.)
Themes
art
|hobbies
|arts_entertainment
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A flat board or tray that an artist holds and uses to mix paint.
A thin, usually handheld board or tray on which an artist sets out and mixes paint while painting.
NOUN
B2
2
színpaletta
B2
színvilág
B2
Usage pattern:
a [adjective] palette of [colors]
The designer chose a muted palette of blues and grays for the website.
A tervező visszafogott, kék és szürke árnyalatokból álló színpalettát választott a weboldalhoz.
The film's warm color palette gives it a nostalgic feel.
A film meleg színvilága nosztalgikus hangulatot kölcsönöz neki.
This makeup palette includes twelve neutral shades for everyday wear.
The app lets you customize the interface by changing the color palette.
Learner examples
The logo uses a simple palette of three colors.
A logó egyszerű, három színből álló színpalettát használ.
I like the soft palette of pink and cream in this room.
Tetszik ebben a szobában a rózsaszín és a krémszín lágy színvilága.
The artist worked with a limited palette of black, white, and red.
You can change the color palette in the settings.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes use "palate" or "pallet" instead of "palette" when talking about colors. Use "palette" for colors in art, design, makeup, and software. Also, "palette" is usually singular; say "a bright palette" rather than "bright palettes" unless you are clearly talking about several different sets of colors.
Meaning
Set or range of chosen colors
Collocations
color palette
|limited palette
|muted palette
|bright palette
|earth-tone palette
|design palette
Synonyms
color scheme (Often used for interior design, branding, or decoration; focuses on how colors are arranged and combined.)
Antonyms
monochrome (Describes using only one color or shades of one color, the opposite of using a varied palette.)
Themes
art
|design
|technology
|arts_entertainment
|core_vocabulary
Definition
The group of colors that are chosen and used together in a picture, design, or product.
The particular set or range of colors used in a painting, design, product, or interface.
NOUN
C1
3
Usage pattern:
a palette of [qualities]
The actor has a remarkable emotional palette, moving easily from joy to despair.
A színésznek rendkívüli az érzelmi eszköztára: könnyedén eljut az örömtől a kétségbeesésig.
The chef draws on a broad palette of flavors from around the world.
A séf a világ minden tájáról származó ízek széles palettájából merít.
This composer expanded his sonic palette by adding electronic instruments.
The photographer uses a diverse palette of textures and shapes in her work.
Learner examples
The singer has a wide emotional palette in her songs.
Az énekesnő széles érzelmi eszköztárat mutat meg a dalaiban.
The restaurant offers a rich palette of flavors.
Az étterem különféle ízek gazdag választékát kínálja.
The director uses a dark visual palette in this movie.
The writer shows a large palette of feelings in the story.
Common mistake:
Learners may overuse this figurative sense in everyday contexts where a simpler word like "range" or "variety" is more natural. "Palette" in this sense is most common in creative, artistic, or critical writing (about films, music, food, etc.), not in ordinary topics like "a palette of jobs" or "a palette of cars."
Meaning
Range of available qualities or elements
Collocations
emotional palette
|palette of flavors
|sonic palette
|musical palette
|broad palette
|rich palette
Synonyms
range (More general and neutral; "palette" suggests a creative set of options, often in art, music, or taste.)
Antonyms
limited range (Describes having few options or types available, the opposite of a broad or rich palette.)
Themes
art
|media
|emotions
|food
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A wide range of different things (like sounds, emotions, or flavors) that can be used to create or describe something.
A range or variety of qualities, elements, or options available for creating or expressing something, by analogy with a set of colors.
Grammar
Dictionary form
palette
IPA
GB/pˈælɪt/
US/pˈælɪt/
Syllables & stress
palette (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (palette)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: palette
- Plural: palettes
Word family
Forms
palettes
noun
Expressions
color palette
1/kˈʌlɚ pˈælɪt/
fixed phrase
Chosen set of colors
The group of colors that are chosen and used together in a picture, design, or digital interface.
Examples
- The app lets you switch between a light and dark color palette.
- We developed a new color palette for the brand to make it look more modern.
- The game's color palette is very bright and playful.
emotional palette
1/ɪmˈoʊʃənəl pˈælɪt/
fixed phrase
Range of expressed emotions
The different kinds of feelings that a person can show or that a movie, book, or song includes.
Examples
- The film explores a rich emotional palette, from quiet hope to deep grief.
- As an actor, she has a wide emotional palette and avoids repeating herself.
- The novel's emotional palette is surprisingly subtle for a thriller.
limited palette
1/lˈɪmɪtɪd pˈælɪt/
fixed phrase
Small, restricted set of colors
A small number of colors that are used, often on purpose, in a picture or design.
Examples
- The illustrator works with a limited palette to keep her style simple.
- Using a limited palette can make a painting feel more unified.
- The poster's limited palette of black, white, and red creates a strong impact.
makeup palette
1/mˈeɪkˌʌp pˈælɪt/
fixed phrase
Case holding several makeup colors
A flat box or case with many different colors of makeup, such as eye shadow or blush, sold together.
Examples
- She bought a new makeup palette with mostly neutral shades.
- This makeup palette includes both matte and shimmer finishes.
- Travel-size makeup palettes are easy to carry in your bag.
sonic palette
1/sˈɑnɪk pˈælɪt/
fixed phrase
Range of sounds used creatively
The different kinds of sounds a musician, band, or producer uses in their music.
Examples
- On this album, the band expands its sonic palette with electronic instruments.
- The producer's sonic palette mixes live drums with sampled noises.
- Her latest record has a darker sonic palette than her earlier work.