ADJECTIVE
grau/ɡʁaʊ̯/gray; grey; dull
grau is a German adjective that means gray, grey, or dull. It is pronounced /ɡʁaʊ̯/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "grauer" and "grausten".
Definitions
1.of a neutral color between black and white(color)
a.having the color gray
Der Himmel ist heute grau.—The sky is gray today.
2.looking dull, colorless, or gloomy(appearance/atmosphere)
a.describing something without colors, appearing unexciting or gloomy
Das Leben in der Stadt war oft grau und eintönig.—Life in the city was often gray and monotonous.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | grau |
|---|---|
| Comparative | grauer |
| Superlative | grausten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "grau" mean in English?
- "grau" means gray, grey, or dull. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "grau"?
- "grau" is pronounced /ɡʁaʊ̯/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "grau"?
- The comparative of "grau" is "grauer" and the superlative is "grausten".
- What part of speech is "grau"?
- "grau" is a adjective in German.
