English

yellow

ˈjeloʊ, ˈjel.oʊ, jɛlə, ˈjælə, ˈjɑlə, ˈjɛl.oʊ, ˈjɛl.əʊ, ˈjɛl.ɚ, ˈjɪlə, ˈjʌlə
Meaning: of a color like that of a lemon or gold
Part of Speech: Adjective Alternative Readings: ˈjel.oʊ, jɛlə, ˈjælə, ˈjɑlə, ˈjɛl.oʊ, ˈjɛl.əʊ, ˈjɛl.ɚ, ˈjɪlə, ˈjʌlə

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Example sentences

The field was full of bright yellow sunflowers.
The field was full of bright yellow sunflowers.
The old book was falling apart, with its pages turning yellow.
The old book was falling apart, with its pages turning yellow.
The player fouled his opponent and was given a yellow card.
The player fouled his opponent and was given a yellow card.
Turmeric is a bright yellow spice often used in curry.
Turmeric is a bright yellow spice often used in curry.

Usage Notes

Describes the color yellow. In informal contexts, it can also mean 'cowardly'.

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