Colors in Chinese for Beginners
Learn Mandarin color words and how to describe items while shopping.
Useful phrases
我喜欢蓝色。
Wǒ xǐhuan lán sè.
I like blue.
有黑色的吗？
Yǒu hēi sè de ma?
Do you have it in black?
这个颜色很好看。
Zhège yánsè hěn hǎokàn.
This color looks nice.
How to use this pattern
Color words often use “颜色 + 的” before an item, such as “红色的包”.
Practice routine
Look around and describe objects with “这是……色的”.
Common mistake
“好看” can describe colors, clothes, and photos, not only people.
FAQ
Do I need to say 色?
Many colors include 色, such as 蓝色 and 红色. It can be omitted in some speech.
How do I ask for other colors?
Say “有别的颜色吗？”
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