What does "maroon" mean?

"Maroon" means: A dark reddish-brown color. Example: "He wore a maroon jacket."

How do you say maroon in Hebrew and Spanish?

In Hebrew, maroon is חום-אדמדם. In Spanish, it is granate.

How do you pronounce "maroon"?

Maroon is pronounced /məˈruːn/. It is a adjective. You can hear a native speaker say it on this page.

Maroon — Meaning for Kids, with Picture, Audio & Hebrew

maroon

/məˈruːn/

adjective

A dark reddish-brown color

“He wore a maroon jacket.”

חום-אדמדם

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Maroon is a adjective in the colors category. It is a advanced (ages 11-12) word, meaning "A dark reddish-brown color" In Hebrew, maroon translates to חום-אדמדם.

Example Sentences

The school uniform included a maroon blazer with a gold badge.
The autumn berries turned a deep maroon color on the vine.
He painted the front door maroon to make the house stand out.

Did You Know? The word "maroon" comes from the French word "marron," meaning chestnut — because chestnuts are a deep brownish-red color. Maroon is a very popular color for school and sports uniforms because it looks strong and serious. It is a darker, browner version of red.