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Colors and Shapes - Shades of Black

Read this lesson to learn the names of different shades of black in English, such as "jet-black", "onyx", and "ebony".

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black
black
[Adjective]

having the color that is the darkest, like most crows

Ex: A black raven is flying across the night sky. 
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ebony
ebony
[Adjective]

having a dark black color

Ex: The night sky was studded with stars against the ebony backdrop. 
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licorice
licorice
[Adjective]

having a dark black color, resembling the hue of licorice candy, often used to describe a deep and rich shade of black

Ex: The bedroom walls were painted with a deep licorice tint. 
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onyx
onyx
[Adjective]

having a deep black color with a glossy and smooth texture, often associated with the gemstone of the same name

Ex: The evening gown had an onyx shimmer, making her stand out at the gala. 
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cafe noir
cafe noir
[Adjective]

of a deep, dark brown color, resembling the color of black coffee

Ex: The bedroom walls were painted in a soothing café noir shade. 
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raisin black
raisin black
[Adjective]

of a dark purplish-black color, resembling the color of dried black grapes

Ex: The dress had a chic raisin black shade for the party. 
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rich black
rich black
[Adjective]

having a deep, dark black color that is often used in printing and design to create a darker and more intense black shade

Ex: Her evening gown had a luxurious feel with its rich black velvet fabric. 
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jet-black
jet-black
[Adjective]

having a very shiny black color, resembling the color of coal

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violet-black
violet-black
[Adjective]

having a color that is a mixture of black and a deep purple tone

Ex: The flower had a beautiful violet-black color. 
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black olive
black olive
[Adjective]

having a dark, purplish-black color resembling the color of ripe olives

Ex: The mug was a deep black olive shade. 
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Charleston green
Charleston green
[Adjective]

having a dark, almost black color with deep green undertones

Ex: Her vintage bicycle had a chic Charleston green frame. 
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cool black
cool black
[Adjective]

having a black color with blue or purple undertones, giving it a cooler, darker appearance compared to a true neutral black

Ex: The sports car had a sleek, cool black exterior. 
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