Colours are more than just words — they carry cultural meanings, artistic traditions, and everyday expressions. If you are learning Armenian, mastering colour vocabulary will help you describe objects, clothes, nature, and even emotions. This lesson gives you the most common Armenian colours with audio so you can practise and sound natural.
Why Learn Colours in Armenian?
From the bright կարմիր (red) of pomegranate seeds to the calm կապույտ (blue) of Lake Sevan, colours appear in Armenian art, songs, and daily speech. Knowing them will make your conversations richer and more expressive. Plus, this is an easy topic to start building your Armenian vocabulary online for free.
Common Colours in Armenian
Below is a table of the main colours in Armenian. Click the speaker icon next to each word to hear the correct pronunciation and practise saying it aloud.
| English | Armenian with pronunciation volume_down |
|---|---|
| Red |
կարմիր |
| Pink |
վարդագույն |
| Orange |
նարնջագույն |
| Yellow |
դեղին |
| Brown |
շագանակագույն |
| Blue |
կապույտ |
| Purple |
մանուշակագույն |
| Green |
կանաչ |
| White |
սպիտակ |
| Black |
սեւ |
| Grey |
մոխրագույն |
Extra Colour Expressions in Armenian
Colours in Armenian can also form part of expressions. For example:
- կապույտ երազանք – “blue dream” (something you strongly wish for)
- սև օրեր – “black days” (times of trouble)
- կանաչ լույս – “green light” (permission to proceed)
Tips for Learning Armenian Colours
- Group colours by warm (red, orange, yellow) and cool (blue, green, purple) tones to help remember them.
- Link each colour to an Armenian object, plant, or tradition for better recall.
- Practise using colour words in short sentences, like describing clothes or the weather.
Learning colours is a quick win for your Armenian vocabulary, but it also connects you to the country’s culture. Listen to the audio, repeat the words, and try to use them in your daily practice.