azules
“azules” means “blue” in Spanish (Describing multiple items of blue color).
blue
Also: navy, azure
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Las flores son azules y rojas.
A1The flowers are blue and red.
Necesito unos pantalones azules para el trabajo.
A2I need some blue pants for work.
El cielo y el mar, ambos son azules en verano.
B1The sky and the sea, both are blue in summer.
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The word 'azul' comes from the Arabic word *lāzuward*, which itself came from the Persian word for lapis lazuli—a famous blue gemstone. The plural 'azules' simply adds the Spanish plural ending.
First recorded: Around the 13th century in Spanish.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the plural 'azules' and not 'azuls'?
In Spanish, when a word ends in a consonant (like the 'l' in 'azul'), you must add 'es' to make it plural, not just 's'. This makes the pronunciation smoother.
Can 'azules' be used as a noun?
Yes, it can. When you say 'Me gustan los azules,' you are using 'azules' as a noun meaning 'the blue ones' or 'the blue things,' usually understood from context (e.g., 'I like the blue shirts').