C1 adjective محايد

apricot

/ˈeɪ.prɪ.kɒt/

Describes a soft, yellowish-orange color characteristic of the fruit's skin, often used in aesthetic contexts such as fashion and interior design. At an advanced level, it implies a specific warmth and subtlety in color theory and descriptive writing.

أمثلة

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1

She chose a light apricot silk for her wedding guest attire to suit the summer afternoon.

She chose a light apricot silk for her wedding guest attire to suit the summer afternoon.

2

The architectural rendering features apricot accents to harmonize with the Mediterranean landscape.

The architectural rendering features apricot accents to harmonize with the Mediterranean landscape.

3

The sky turned a brilliant apricot just before the sun dipped below the horizon.

The sky turned a brilliant apricot just before the sun dipped below the horizon.

عائلة الكلمة

اسم
apricot
صفة
apricot
مرتبط
apricot (the fruit)
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نصيحة للحفظ

Think of the 'A' in Apricot as representing 'Amber' and 'Autumn' colors, but softened like a sunset.

اختبار سريع

The designer recommended ______ curtains to bring a warm, natural glow into the living room.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: apricot

أمثلة

1

She chose a light apricot silk for her wedding guest attire to suit the summer afternoon.

everyday

She chose a light apricot silk for her wedding guest attire to suit the summer afternoon.

2

The architectural rendering features apricot accents to harmonize with the Mediterranean landscape.

formal

The architectural rendering features apricot accents to harmonize with the Mediterranean landscape.

3

The sky turned a brilliant apricot just before the sun dipped below the horizon.

informal

The sky turned a brilliant apricot just before the sun dipped below the horizon.

4

Chromatic analysis suggests that the apricot pigment used in the fresco was derived from local minerals.

academic

Chromatic analysis suggests that the apricot pigment used in the fresco was derived from local minerals.

5

Our branding strategy for the spring collection focuses on apricot and sage tones to evoke freshness.

business

Our branding strategy for the spring collection focuses on apricot and sage tones to evoke freshness.

عائلة الكلمة

اسم
apricot
صفة
apricot
مرتبط
apricot (the fruit)

تلازمات شائعة

apricot hue apricot hue
pale apricot pale apricot
apricot tones apricot tones
vibrant apricot vibrant apricot
apricot glow apricot glow

العبارات الشائعة

apricot glazed

apricot glazed

apricot brandy

apricot brandy

apricot preserve

apricot preserve

يُخلط عادةً مع

apricot vs peach

Peach usually has pinker undertones, whereas apricot is more yellow or orange-leaning.

📝

ملاحظات الاستخدام

When used as an adjective, it is often placed before a noun to describe a color (e.g., an apricot dress). It is especially common in fashion, cosmetics, and nature descriptions.

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أخطاء شائعة

Learners sometimes use 'apricot' when they mean a bright neon orange; apricot is always a softer, more muted or pastel shade.

💡

نصيحة للحفظ

Think of the 'A' in Apricot as representing 'Amber' and 'Autumn' colors, but softened like a sunset.

📖

أصل الكلمة

Derived from the Arabic 'al-birquq', which came from the Greek 'praikokion', meaning 'early-ripe'.

أنماط نحوية

Used as an attributive adjective (before the noun) Can be modified by intensity adverbs like 'pale', 'deep', or 'soft' Functions as an invariable adjective when referring to color
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السياق الثقافي

The color is often associated with Mediterranean warmth and high-end summer fashion in Western cultures.

اختبار سريع

The designer recommended ______ curtains to bring a warm, natural glow into the living room.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: apricot

كلمات ذات صلة

principled

C2

Acting in accordance with morality and high standards of behavior. It describes a person or an action guided by a strict set of values and integrity rather than by personal gain or convenience.

analytical

C1

Relating to or using analysis or logical reasoning to understand something by breaking it down into its constituent parts. It describes a systematic approach to problem-solving and the ability to evaluate information critically.

approach

C1

A systematic way of dealing with something or a specific perspective taken when addressing a problem or task. It can also refer to the physical act of moving nearer to someone or something in distance or time.

authorize

C1

To grant official permission or legal power to someone to perform a specific action or to allow something to happen. It typically involves a formal process or a person in a position of authority validating a request or procedure.

beneficial

B2

Beneficial describes something that has a good effect or promotes well-being. It is frequently used in formal or academic contexts to highlight the advantages or positive outcomes of a specific action, substance, or situation.

consistent

C2

The quality of achieving a level of performance which does not vary over time, or the state of being coherent and not contradictory in logical or behavioral terms. Physically, it refers to the degree of thickness, firmness, or viscosity found in a substance.

constitutional

C2

Relating to the fundamental principles or established laws that govern a state or organization. It can also refer to an individual's physical health or inherent temperament.

contextual

B2

Relating to the circumstances or setting in which something exists or occurs. It describes information that helps explain the meaning of an event, statement, or idea by looking at its surroundings.

contract

C1

A formal and legally binding agreement between two or more parties that establishes mutual obligations. In academic and legal contexts, it refers to the specific terms, conditions, and enforcement mechanisms that govern a transaction or relationship.

contractor

C1

A person or company that performs work or provides goods and services under a specific legal agreement. Unlike a regular employee, a contractor is usually hired for a specific project or a fixed period of time as an independent entity.

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