Colors and Shapes - Shades of Orange

Read this lesson to learn the names of different shades of orange in English, such as "pumpkin orange", "coral", and "apricot".

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Colors and Shapes
apricot [adjective]

having a light orange, yellowish color

atomic tangerine [adjective]

having a bright and fiery shade of orange with a hint of red, resembling the color of a ripe tangerine fruit

Ex: The atomic tangerine balloons added a festive and lively touch to the birthday celebration .
burnt orange [adjective]

having a deep and earthy shade of orange, often with a muted or desaturated tone

Ex: The burnt orange pumpkins in the garden signaled the arrival of fall .

of a vivid and eye-catching hue of orange, commonly used for safety purposes and recognized globally

Ex: The international orange rescue buoy floated in the water for emergency situations .
alloy orange [adjective]

displaying a metallic and industrial-inspired shade of orange color, resembling the hue of metal alloys

Ex: The alloy orange accents in the kitchen brought a modern touch to the decor .
coral [adjective]

having a pinkish-orange color

Ex: The coral nail polish matched perfectly with her summer outfit .
flame [adjective]

having a bright and fiery shade of orange with a vivid and intense tone, resembling the color of a roaring fire

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orange [adjective]

having the color of carrots or pumpkins

Ex: She has an orange cat .
pumpkin orange [adjective]

having a vibrant and warm shade of orange, reminiscent of the color of a ripe pumpkin

Ex: The pumpkin orange blanket draped over the chair added a cozy and festive touch to the room .
safety orange [adjective]

of a highly visible and vibrant shade of orange color often used in safety equipment, traffic cones, and other high-visibility applications

Ex: The safety orange cones marked off the area under maintenance .
tangelo [adjective]

characterized by a vivid and tangy shade of orange color, resembling the color of tangelo

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tangerine [adjective]

having a moderate orange-yellow color like the skin of the tangerine fruit

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Persian orange [adjective]

having a rich and deep shade of orange with a warm and exotic tone, often resembling the color of Persian spices

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melon orange [adjective]

having a juicy and refreshing shade of orange color, reminiscent of the flesh of a ripe melon

Ex: The melon orange flowers in the garden bloomed with a soft and delicate beauty .
cadmium orange [adjective]

of a warm and intense shade of orange, often with a rich and vibrant tone, resembling the color of cadmium pigments

Ex: The cadmium orange kite soared high in the sky on a breezy day .
cedar chest [adjective]

displaying a rich and warm shade of brown with reddish undertones, resembling the color of a wooden chest made from cedar wood

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copper penny [adjective]

having a shiny and lustrous shade of reddish-brown, resembling the color of a shiny copper penny

Ex: The copper penny candle holders on the dining table created a warm and inviting atmosphere .
heat wave [adjective]

having a vibrant, intense, and fiery shade of orange, reminiscent of the blazing heat and energy of a summer heat wave

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of a bright and vibrant shade of yellow-orange, reminiscent of the color of the popular pasta dish

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mango tango [adjective]

characterized by a bold and tangy shade of orange with a tropical flair, resembling the color of a ripe mango fruit

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marigold [adjective]

having a warm, bright, and sunny shade of yellow-orange, resembling the vibrant hues of the marigold flower

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yellow-orange [adjective]

of a bright color that combines the warmth of yellow with the vibrancy of orange

Ex: The yellow-orange sunset painted the sky with warm and energetic hues .

having a vivid and intense shade of orange, reminiscent of bold and eye-catching hues

Ex: The outrageous orange bicycle stood out among the others in the bike rack .
peach puff [adjective]

having a soft and delicate shade of peach, often with a subtle hint of pink, resembling the color of a gentle, fluffy peach blossom

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rajah [adjective]

having a warm and vibrant shade of orange, inspired by the rich colors

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persimmon [adjective]

having a bright and intense shade of orange, resembling the color of the ripe fruit of the persimmon tree

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champagne [adjective]

having a pale and muted shade of beige or light gold, resembling the color of bubbly champagne

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saffron [adjective]

bright orange-yellow in color

cinnamon [adjective]

of a warm and earthy brown color, reminiscent of the spice commonly used in cooking and baking

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ocher [adjective]

having a pale orange-brown color

red-orange [adjective]

of a bright color that mixes the boldness of red with the warmth of orange

Ex: The artist used red-orange shades to paint the beauty of fall leaves .
fiery [adjective]

having an intense shade of orange or red, like the colors of fire or molten lava

Ex: The sunset painted the sky with fiery shades of orange and red .