rojas

RROH-has/ˈroxas/

“rojas” means “red (f. plural)” in Spanish (Describing multiple feminine objects that are the color red.).

red (f. plural)

Also: scarlet, crimson

AdjectivefA1

A simple illustration showing three vibrant red roses with green leaves and stems.

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Las manzanas que recogimos son muy rojas.

The apples we picked are very red.

Compró unas flores rojas para decorar la mesa.

She bought some red flowers to decorate the table.

Cuando hace frío, mis manos se ponen rojas.

When it's cold, my hands turn red.

Word Connections

Synonyms

carmesí (crimson)
escarlata (scarlet)

Antonyms

blancas (white (f. plural))
negras (black (f. plural))

Common Collocations

luces rojas – red lights
banderas rojas – red flags

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "rojas" in Spanish:

scarlet→

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Quick Quiz: rojas

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Which sentence correctly uses 'rojas'?

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👥 Word Family▼

rojo(red (m. singular)) — Adjective

roja(red (f. singular)) — Adjective

rojos(red (m. plural)) — Adjective

rojizo(reddish) — Adjective

🎵 Rhymes▼

mojashojas

📚 Etymology▼

The word comes from the Latin word *rubeus*, which also meant 'red' or 'reddish.' It is related to many other color words across European languages.

First recorded: 10th century (in Old Spanish forms)

Cognates (Related words)

Portuguese: roxasItalian: rosse

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'rojas' and 'rojos'?

'Rojas' is used to describe things that are feminine and plural (like 'sillas rojas'—red chairs). 'Rojos' is used for things that are masculine and plural (like 'libros rojos'—red books).