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aqua

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /ˈækwə/

KK: /ˈækwə/

noun
Definition

A color that is a mix of blue and green, resembling the color of water.


Example

The walls of the room were painted in a soft aqua, creating a calming atmosphere.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you seen the new paint color they chose for the room?
Sloth B
Yeah, it's such a nice aqua shade; it really brightens the space.
Sloth A
I agree! It reminds me of the ocean on a sunny day.
Sloth B
Exactly! I could definitely relax in a room painted that color.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
water
blue
teal
Antonyms
dry
arid
barren
Root Explanation

Aqua → It originates from Latin 'aqua', meaning water. The word 'aqua' directly refers to water in various contexts, especially in scientific and artistic terms.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for water, 'aqua', to remember that 'aqua' refers to water.

Visually Confused Words
taqua
qua
asquat
aquila
anaqua
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