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khaki

khaki (dull yellowish-green-brown)

adjective KAA-ki Rare
Descriptions & Qualities Colors

Origin: from Urdu khākī (dusty), via English or French

Also means

dusty, sandy yellow-brown

Usage Note

khaki is used as an indeclinable colour adjective in German fashion and military contexts. It describes the dusty, yellowish-brown-green associated with military uniforms and casual wear: eine Khakihose — khaki trousers.

Examples

"Zu seiner khakifarbenen Hose kombinierte er ein weißes Hemd und braune Lederschuhe."

Natural Translation

He combined a white shirt and brown leather shoes with his khaki trousers.

Literal Translation

To his khaki-coloured trousers combined he a white shirt and brown leather-shoes.

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