Learning colours in Afrikaans is a fun and useful way to expand your vocabulary. Whether you’re describing clothing, nature, or everyday objects, colour words help you communicate clearly and confidently. In this guide, you’ll discover the most common colour names in Afrikaans, complete with pronunciation audio to help you learn faster.
In Afrikaans, colours are called kleure. These are typically used as adjectives, and they stay the same regardless of gender or number — which makes them nice and easy for beginners to learn and use!
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Main Colours in Afrikaans
Red
rooi
Pink
pienk
Orange
oranje
Yellow
geel
Brown
bruin
Blue
blou
Purple
purper
Green
groen
White
wit
Black
swart
Grey
grys
Practice these words
rooi
Simple Grammar Tips
Unlike many other languages, Afrikaans colour adjectives don’t change based on the noun they describe. This means you can focus on learning the base form and use it in most contexts without worrying about agreement. For example:
- ’n rooi motor – a red car
- ’n blou hemp – a blue shirt
- ’n groen appel – a green apple
Some colours can also be used as nouns, especially when talking about favourite colours or design choices.
Keep Practising and Exploring
Once you know the basic colours, try using them in sentences or describe objects around you in Afrikaans. All vocabulary lessons on Linguapedia include audio and are 100% free — perfect for learners at any level.
Explore more in our Afrikaans vocabulary section and continue building your skills, one topic at a time.