paars /pˈaːrs/ · adjective · CEFR A0. Dutch translation of "purple".

See also: Vocabulary entry (Dutch) · Topic: Dutch Kleuren

Source term
purple
Translation
paars
CEFR Level
A0
Part of speech
adjective
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Dictionary form paars
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How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
paars + noun / It is paars
Examples
Het is paars.
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Topic context

This word appears in the Dutch Kleuren.

Example Sentences

Het meisje houdt van paarse jurk.

English: The girl likes purple dress.

A1 · Colors

Ik draag graag een paarse shirt omdat het mij goed staat.

English: I like to wear a purple shirt because it suits me.

B1 · Colors and Aesthetics

De bloem is paars.

English: The flower is purple.

A0 · colorsShapes

Ik heb een paarse tas.

English: I have a purple bag.

A0 · colorsShapes

Haar hoed is paars.

English: Her hat is purple.

A0 · colorsShapes

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