gris /ɡɾˈis/ · adjective · CEFR B1. Spanish translation of "grey / gray".

See also: Vocabulary entry (Spanish) · Topic: Spanish Naturaleza y Vida Silvestre

Source term
grey / gray
Translation
gris
CEFR Level
B1
Part of speech
adjective
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Dictionary form gris
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How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
gris + noun / It is gris
Examples
El cielo gris, que está frío, muestra muchos pájaros volando.
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Topic context

This word appears in the Spanish Naturaleza y Vida Silvestre.

Example Sentences

El cielo gris, que está frío, muestra muchos pájaros volando.

English: The grey sky, which is cold, shows many birds flying.

B1 · Nature and Wildlife

El cielo está gris hoy por las nubes.

English: The sky is grey today because of the clouds.

B1 · Nature And Wildlife

Ella llevó un suéter gris a la reunión.

English: She wore a grey sweater to the meeting.

B1 · Nature And Wildlife

Se le está poniendo canoso a medida que envejece.

English: His hair is turning grey as he gets older.

B1 · Nature And Wildlife

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