Translation and Meaning
- Word: lila
- Language: German
- Meaning: purple
- CEFR Level: A0
- Part of speech: adjective
- Topic: German Farben
Pronunciation audio
Listen to how "lila" sounds in German.
Example Sentences
- Das Mädchen mag lila Kleid. English: The girl likes purple dress.
- Ich mag es, ein lila Hemd zu tragen, weil es mir steht. English: I like to wear a purple shirt because it suits me.
When and How to Use "lila"
Use "lila" when you want to talk about "purple" in German. It functions as "adjective". In SmartWords it is linked to the German Farben topic. Because it appears in A0 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your German study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.
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