Translation of Spanish word "negro" to English
negro
/ˈne.ɣɾo/
Meaning
AdjectiveAbsorbing all light and reflecting none; dark and hueless.
How to use
Negro ('black') is an adjective (negro, negra, negros, negras). Mercado negro — Black market.
🇬🇧 English
black
Example
El gato es negro.
The cat is black.
Me gusta el color negro.
I like the color black.
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Common phrases
- mercado negro— black market
- humor negro— black humour
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What does the Spanish word "negro" mean?▼
The Spanish word "negro" means "black" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "El gato es negro." (which translates as "The cat is black.").
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