ocker

ochre

adjective OK-er Rare

Origin: from Greek 'ochra' (yellow earth)

Usage Note

Ocker (also ockerfarben) is a warm yellow-brown earth pigment colour. It is used in art, architecture, and fashion: ockergelbe Fassaden are typical of southern European buildings. As an adjective it is often used without inflection.

Examples

"Die Toskana ist bekannt für ihre ockergelben und terrakottafarbenen Häuser."

Natural Translation

Tuscany is known for its ochre and terracotta-coloured houses.

Literal Translation

Tuscany is known for its ochre-yellow and terracotta-coloured houses.

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