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rot

German → American English

American English

red

Farbe zwischen Orange und Violett; die Farbe des Blutes oder reifer Erdbeeren.

Die Blume ist rot.

Use 'rot' as the basic color adjective for something red. It is not capitalized unless it starts a sentence or is used as a noun: 'das Rot'.

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Frequently asked questions

What does 'rot' mean in English?

'Rot' means 'red' in English.

How do you use 'rot' in a sentence?

Use it before a noun or after a linking verb: 'ein rotes Auto' or 'Das Auto ist rot.'

Is 'rot' a noun or an adjective?

Usually 'rot' is an adjective. As a noun, it becomes 'das Rot' and refers to the color red.