Pronunciation

/braʊn/

Definitions

• Adjective: 1. Having a color similar to that of dried leaves, ranging from yellowish-green to dark red-brown. Example: “The tree had a rich brown bark.”
• Noun: 1. A shade or variety of brown. Example: “A palette of different browns was used in the painting.”
• Pronoun: (informal) Referring to something or someone of a brown color. Example: “I love my brown sweater.”

Phrases

• “Brown eyes” or “brown-haired” describe physical attributes.
• “Dark brown” or “light brown” specify shades of the color.
• “Brown leather” refers to leather with a brown hue.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The chocolate cake had a deep brown glaze on top.”
• Noun: “She chose a brown sofa for her living room.”
• Pronoun: “My brown dog loves chasing squirrels.”

Synonyms

• Tan
• Chestnut
• Ochre
• Russet
• Sienna

Antonyms

• White
• Black
• Red
• Yellow
• Green (in terms of color)