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Red
rɛd
Extremely common
700 - 800
700 - 800
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
roșu, roșu aprins, roșu închis, roșu de semafor, roșu (sânge), roșu (semn de avertizare)
Red meanings in Romanian
roșu
Example:
The apple is red.
Mărul este roșu.
She wore a red dress.
Ea a purtat o rochie roșie.
Usage: informalContext: Describing colors, objects, or clothing.
Note: This is the most common meaning, used to describe the color red in various contexts.
roșu aprins
Example:
He painted the wall bright red.
El a vopsit peretele în roșu aprins.
The sunset was a bright red.
Apusul era un roșu aprins.
Usage: informalContext: Describing shades of red, particularly vivid or bright ones.
Note: Used when emphasizing the intensity of the color.
roșu închis
Example:
She prefers dark red wine.
Ea preferă vinul roșu închis.
He bought a dark red car.
El a cumpărat o mașină roșie închisă.
Usage: informalContext: Describing darker shades of red.
Note: This term is useful for describing colors in fashion or design.
roșu de semafor
Example:
The traffic light is red.
Semaforul este roșu.
You must stop at the red light.
Trebuie să te oprești la semaforul roșu.
Usage: formalContext: Traffic and safety regulations.
Note: Refers specifically to the red color of traffic lights, indicating to stop.
roșu (sânge)
Example:
Blood is red.
Sângele este roșu.
The red color of the fruit indicates ripeness.
Culoarea roșie a fructului indică coacerea.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Biological or medical discussions.
Note: Used in scientific contexts, particularly when discussing blood or ripeness of fruits.
roșu (semn de avertizare)
Example:
The red flag indicates danger.
Steagul roșu indică pericol.
He received a red card in the game.
El a primit un cartonaș roșu în meci.
Usage: formalContext: Warnings or signals.
Note: Used to indicate caution or danger, often in sports or safety contexts.
Red's synonyms
crimson
Crimson is a deep, purplish-red color.
Example: The sky turned a deep crimson as the sun set.
Note: Crimson is a darker shade of red compared to the standard red color.
scarlet
Scarlet is a bright red color with a slightly orange tinge.
Example: She wore a stunning scarlet dress to the party.
Note: Scarlet is a more vibrant and intense shade of red.
ruby
Ruby is a deep red color resembling the gemstone of the same name.
Example: The gemstone glowed with a rich ruby red hue.
Note: Ruby red is often associated with the color of the precious gemstone ruby.
vermilion
Vermilion is a vivid reddish-orange color.
Example: The artist used vermilion paint for the vibrant red accents in the painting.
Note: Vermilion has a slightly more orange tint compared to traditional red.
Red expressions, common phrases
Catch someone red-handed
To catch someone red-handed means to catch them in the act of doing something wrong or illegal.
Example: The police caught the thief red-handed as he was trying to break into the house.
Note: The phrase 'red-handed' emphasizes being caught in the act, rather than just being caught.
In the red
Being 'in the red' means having debts or incurring financial losses.
Example: The company has been in the red for the past few quarters, indicating financial losses.
Note: The original word 'red' refers to the color, while this phrase refers to financial status.
Paint the town red
To paint the town red means to go out and have a wild and enjoyable time, often involving partying and celebrating.
Example: It's my birthday, so let's go out and paint the town red tonight!
Note: The phrase uses 'red' metaphorically to convey the idea of excitement and liveliness.
Red tape
Red tape refers to excessive bureaucratic procedures or official formalities that delay progress.
Example: The project was delayed due to all the bureaucratic red tape we had to go through.
Note: The original word 'red' is used to describe the bureaucratic obstacles faced.
Red flag
A red flag is a warning sign or signal that indicates potential danger or a problem.
Example: Her constant lateness to work is a red flag that she may not be committed to her job.
Note: The phrase uses 'red flag' as a metaphor for a warning sign.
Red herring
A red herring is a misleading clue or distraction that leads people away from the true issue or point.
Example: The suspect's alibi turned out to be a red herring, diverting attention away from the real evidence.
Note: The phrase uses 'red herring' as a metaphor for something deceptive or misleading.
Red-letter day
A red-letter day is a special or memorable day, often marked by an important event or achievement.
Example: Winning the championship was a red-letter day in his career, a day he would always remember.
Note: The phrase uses 'red-letter' to signify an exceptional or noteworthy day.
Red everyday (slang) expressions
Seeing red
Feeling intense anger or rage.
Example: Whenever someone insults him, he starts seeing red.
Note: The original word 'red' is associated with anger or aggression in this slang term.
Red-eye
An overnight flight that arrives early in the morning.
Example: I have to catch the red-eye flight to make it in time for the meeting.
Note: The original word 'red' is used to depict late-night or early morning timings in this term.
Redhead
A person with naturally red or ginger hair.
Example: She's easy to spot in the crowd with her vibrant red hair.
Note: The original word 'red' refers to the hair color in this slang term.
Red-eye gravy
A thin sauce made from coffee and meat drippings.
Example: The breakfast came with biscuits and red-eye gravy.
Note: The original word 'red' is used to describe the color of the gravy in this term.
Red-hot
Extremely popular or in-demand.
Example: The new artist's album is a red-hot seller right now.
Note: The original word 'red' is used to express high demand or popularity in this slang term.
Red solo cup
A disposable plastic cup typically used at parties.
Example: The party was in full swing with everyone holding a red solo cup.
Note: The original word 'red' specifies the color and type of cup commonly associated with informal gatherings in this term.
Red carpet treatment
Special treatment or VIP attention provided to someone.
Example: Guests at the event received the red carpet treatment from the organizers.
Note: The original word 'red' signifies the luxurious and prestigious welcome or service given to individuals in this term.
Red - Examples
The apple is red.
Mărul este roșu.
She wore a red dress to the party.
Ea a purtat o rochie roșie la petrecere.
The sunset was a beautiful shade of red.
Apusul a fost o nuanță frumoasă de roșu.
Red grammar
Red - Proper noun (Proper noun) / Proper noun, singular (Proper noun, singular)
Lemma: red
Conjugations
Adjective, comparative (Adjective, comparative): redder
Adjective, superlative (Adjective, superlative): reddest
Adjective (Adjective): red
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): reds, red
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): red
Syllables, Separation and Stress
red Contains 1 syllables: red
Phonetic transcription: ˈred
red , ˈred (The red syllable is stressed)
Red - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
red: 700 - 800 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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