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UK/["/ˈjeləʊ/"]/US/["/ˈjeləʊ/"]/

Meaning of Yellow

In simple words: A bright color like the sun or a banana.

Yellow in a sentence

  • pale yellow flowers
  • a **bright yellow** waterproof jacket
  • Her teeth were rather yellow.
  • She wore a pale yellow dress.
  • The leaves turn yellow in November.

How to use Yellow

Use 'yellow' to describe things that are this color. It's common in both spoken and written English. Avoid using it in highly technical contexts where precise color definitions are required.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Imagine a yellow banana, bright and sunny!

Related words

Collocations with Yellow

Synonyms for Yellow

Opposites of Yellow

Common mistakes with Yellow

  • Confusing 'yellow' with 'gold' or 'orange'
  • Incorrectly using 'yellow' as a noun without context
  • Spelling it as 'yello' without the 'w'

Compare Yellow with Golden, Lemon

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Frequently asked questions about Yellow

What does Yellow mean?

A bright color like the sun or a banana.

What is the definition of Yellow?

having the colour of lemons or butter

How do you use Yellow in a sentence?

pale yellow flowers

Can you give another example of Yellow?

a **bright yellow** waterproof jacket

What are synonyms for Yellow?

Common alternatives include golden, amber, lemon, canary.

What is the opposite of Yellow?

Opposite meanings include blue, purple, green.

What words go with Yellow?

It commonly pairs with creamy, dirty, sickly.

What are common mistakes when using Yellow?

Confusing 'yellow' with 'gold' or 'orange' Incorrectly using 'yellow' as a noun without context Spelling it as 'yello' without the 'w'

How do you pronounce Yellow?

US: /["/ˈjeləʊ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈjeləʊ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Yellow?

Use 'yellow' to describe things that are this color. It's common in both spoken and written English. Avoid using it in highly technical contexts where precise color definitions are required.

What CEFR level is Yellow?

"Yellow" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.