azul
blue
Beginner Adjective
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Pronunciation
/ɐˈzuw/
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Cultural Note
Azul comes from Arabic 'lazaward' (lapis lazuli). It is gender-invariable — 'azul' for both masculine and feminine. The expression 'tudo azul' (everything blue) means 'everything is fine' in Brazilian Portuguese, similar to 'tudo bem.' 'Príncipe azul' means 'Prince Charming,' literally 'blue prince.'
📝 Example Sentences
O céu está azul hoje.
The sky is blue today.
Ele tem olhos azuis.
He has blue eyes.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine | azul |
| masculine | azul |
| feminine_plural | azuis |
| masculine_plural | azuis |