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red

English translation of red

network

The Spanish word 'red' translates to 'network' in English. It is usually used in the context of social networking (red social), network of contacts (red de contactos), or a computer network (red de ordenadores). However, just like in English, 'red' is a versatile word in Spanish and its meaning can change depending on the context. Do note, 'red' also means 'net' or could refer to color- red.


Example sentences using: red

El sol parece rojo al atardecer.

English translation of El sol parece rojo al atardecer.

The sun appears red at sunset.

This sentence uses 'parece' (seems/appears) to describe how the sun can look red at sunset.

El perro es rojo.

English translation of El perro es rojo.

The dog is red.

This sentence is describing the color of a dog. As in previous example, the color ('rojo') comes after the noun it is modifying ('perro').

El semáforo está rojo.

English translation of El semáforo está rojo.

The traffic light is red.

'Está' is used instead of 'es' when referring to temporary states, like a traffic light being red.

Mi coche favorito es rojo.

English translation of Mi coche favorito es rojo.

My favorite car is red.

This sentence shows a personal taste for a red car. 'Favorito' is used before 'coche' as it's an exception to the rule that adjectives come after nouns in Spanish.

El vestido de Maria es rojo.

English translation of El vestido de Maria es rojo.

Maria's dress is red.

This sentence describes the color of Maria's dress. The possessive relationship is shown by using 'de' in Spanish.

El vino es rojo.

English translation of El vino es rojo.

The wine is red.

This sentence gives a simple description of red wine. Although 'vino rojo' can also be used, 'el vino es rojo' is more idiomatic.

El lápiz es rojo.

English translation of El lápiz es rojo.

The pencil is red.

This sentence simply tells us about the color of a pencil described as red.

El tomate es rojo.

English translation of El tomate es rojo.

The tomato is red.

This sentence is commonly used as it describes one of the natural colors a ripe tomato can have.

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