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fliederfarben

lilac, light purple

adjective FLEE-der-far-ben Rare

Usage Note

Fliederfarben describes the soft, pale purple of lilac blossom (Flieder); distinct from lila (purple in general) by being lighter and slightly bluer. Common in spring fashion and floral descriptions.

Examples

"Die fliederfarbene Bluse passte gut zu der grauen Hose."

Natural Translation

The lilac blouse went well with the grey trousers.

Literal Translation

The lilac-coloured blouse fitted well to the grey trousers.

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