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"Black" in Spanish: negro/a
negro/a
Black in Spanish is negro with masculine nouns and negra with feminine ones. Say un cafe negro or una bolsa negra.
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How to pronounce negro/a
Say it
NEH-groh
/ˈne.ɡɾo/
NEH-groh / NEH-grah. Stress NEH. Clear g.
"Black" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| negro / negra | black Matches the noun gender. | Matches the noun gender. |
| negros / negras | black (plural) Plural nouns. | Plural nouns. |
| de negro | in black / dressed in black Clothes. | Clothes. |
| negro mate | matte black Finish or shade. | Finish or shade. |
| café negro | black coffee Drink order. | Drink order. |
How to use negro/a in real life
- 1Coffee
Quiero un café negro.
I want a black coffee.
Negro with café.
- 2Bag
Mi bolsa es negra.
My bag is black.
Negra with feminine bolsa.
- 3Clothes
Voy de negro esta noche.
I'm wearing black tonight.
De negro.
Mistakes English speakers make with negro/a
Incorrect: Una camisa negro.
Correct: Una camisa negra.
Camisa is feminine, so use negra.
Incorrect: Un carro negra.
Correct: Un carro negro.
Carro is masculine, so use negro.
Good to know
Good to knowColor talk matches negro or negra to the noun. De negro means dressed in black for nights out.
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Choosing an outfit
ChatPal
¿Vas de negro al cine?
Are you wearing black to the movie?
You
Sí, pantalón negro y camisa negra.
Yes, black pants and a black shirt.
ChatPal
Se ve elegante.
It looks elegant.
You
Gracias. El negro es fácil.
Thanks. Black is easy.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Black" in Spanish
Does negro change for gender?
Yes: negro / negra, and negros / negras.
How do you say black coffee?
Café negro.
Dressed in black?
De negro.
How do you pronounce negro?
NEH-groh.
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