A1 — Beginneradjective
azzurro
light blue, azure, sky blue
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
celesteblu chiaroturchesecieloacquamarina
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
rossoscuroneroopacobruno
Usage note
'Azzurro' is the Italian national sports colour (the teams are called 'gli Azzurri'). 'Celeste' is slightly lighter. 'Turchese' has a greenish tint.
Example
"Il cielo azzurro di settembre è davvero bellissimo."
"The azure sky of September is truly beautiful."
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