Colors and Shapes - Shades of Cyan

Read this lesson to learn the names of different shades of cyan in English, such as "celeste", "moonstone blue", and "sea green".

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Colors and Shapes
cyan [adjective]

having a bright greenish-blue color that falls between blue and green in the visible spectrum

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blue-green [adjective]

of a color that combines elements of both blue and green, creating a soothing and aquatic shade

Ex: The peacock flaunted its magnificent blue-green plumage .
celeste [adjective]

of a pale blue color, similar to the color of the sky on a clear day

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electric blue [adjective]

having a bright, vivid shade of blue that resembles the color of lightning or neon lights

Ex: The logo on the screen glowed in an electric blue hue .
Keppel [adjective]

of a pale bluish-green color

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ice-blue [adjective]

having a very light, pale shade of blue that resembles the color of ice

moonstone blue [adjective]

of a pale, translucent bluish-white color that resembles the iridescent sheen of certain types of moonstone gemstones

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myrtle green [adjective]

having a dark, rich shade of green that is reminiscent of the leaves of the myrtle plant

Ex: The hiking trail meandered through myrtle green meadows .
pacific blue [adjective]

having a deep, rich shade of blue that resembles the color of the ocean in certain areas of the Pacific, often with hints of green or teal

Ex: The swimmer donned a wetsuit with stylish Pacific blue panels on the sleeves .
process blue [adjective]

having a specific shade of blue used in the printing industry as one of the four standard process colors

Ex: The packaging design incorporated process blue elements to enhance visibility .
Skobeloff [adjective]

of a bluish-green color that is often described as a medium to dark shade of teal or turquoise

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teal [adjective]

of a deep, blue-green color that resembles the color of the neck feathers on certain species of ducks or the hue of tropical ocean waters

Ex: The tropical fish in the aquarium displayed a variety of teal hues .
robin egg blue [adjective]

having a pale, pastel blue color that resembles the shade of blue-green eggs laid by robins or other birds

Ex: The delicate flowers in the garden had petals in various robin egg blue shades .
Tiffany blue [adjective]

of a light, bright blue color with a slight greenish tint, inspired by the signature color of the luxury jewelry brand Tiffany & Co

Ex: The artist used Tiffany blue shade to paint the background of the chic cityscape .
zomp [adjective]

having a bright, vivid shade of green that is often described as an electric or neon green color

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having a color that is reminiscent of the clear, turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea

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magic mint [adjective]

of a pale, pastel green color that resembles the shade of mint-flavored candies or desserts

Ex: Living room curtains had a whimsical pattern in soft magic mint tones .
ming [adjective]

of a color that is inspired by traditional Chinese pottery and is typically described as a vivid shade of blue-green

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Persian green [adjective]

having a vivid, medium shade of green with a blue undertone, resembling the color of some types of green gemstones or tiles found in traditional Persian architecture

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pewter blue [adjective]

having a muted shade of blue-gray, resembling the color of pewter metal, typically with a cool and slightly subdued tone

Ex: Cocktail glasses sparkled in the evening light , reflecting the muted pewter blue hues .
queen blue [adjective]

having a deep, rich, and regal shade of blue, often associated with elegance, luxury, and nobility

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sea green [adjective]

having a cool, bluish-green color that resembles the color of the sea in certain areas, often with hints of gray or turquoise

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Bondi blue [adjective]

having a bright, light blue color with a slight greenish tint, reminiscent of the color of the ocean at Bondi Beach in Australia

Ex: Tropical fish in the aquarium showcased vibrant Bondi blue scales .
aero blue [adjective]

having a pale shade of blue that resembles the color of the sky on a clear day, often described as a pastel blue or a light turquoise

Ex: Cocktail glasses sparkled in aero blue hues .
black coral [adjective]

having a dark and intense shade of black with undertones of blue or green, resembling the color of deep-sea black corals found in marine environments

Ex: The swimmer 's swimsuit had stylish accents in a bold black coral shade .
glaucous [adjective]

of a pale bluish-green color that resembles the hue of the sea or of certain types of foliage

Ex: The vintage car 's exterior had a classic glaucous finish .
viridian [adjective]

having a bright, blue-green color with a strong emphasis on green

Ex: The vintage car gleamed with a glossy viridian exterior .
cadet blue [adjective]

having a grayish-blue color that is inspired by the uniforms of military cadets, often described as a muted, subdued shade of blue

Ex: The vintage car gleamed with a glossy cadet blue exterior .
vista blue [adjective]

of a bright, sky-blue color that resembles the clear blue color of the sky on a sunny day

Ex: Her summer dress featured a vibrant vista blue pattern .
anti-flash white [adjective]

of a highly reflective and bright white color used in military or industrial applications

Ex: High-risk areas may have equipment painted in anti-flash white tone for safety .
azure white [adjective]

having a pale, light shade of blue with a slight tint of gray or green, resembling the color of a clear sky on a sunny day

Ex: The bedroom decor was designed with a fresh and airy feel , incorporating azure white linens .
verdigris [adjective]

of a blue-green patina that forms on copper or brass surfaces over time

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