Amaranth (color) facts for kids
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Amaranth is a lovely color that looks like a mix of rose and red. It gets its name from the bright flowers of the amaranth plant.
People first started using "amaranth" as a color name in the English language way back in 1690.
What "Amaranth" Means
The word "amaranth" comes from ancient Greek words. "A" means "not," and "marainean" means "to waste away." So, "amaranth" means "never fading" or "unwithering."
Long ago, people believed there was a special flower on Mount Olympus that never died. This idea of a flower that lasts forever is where the name for this beautiful, lasting color comes from.
Amaranth Colors
Just like many flowers, amaranth plants come in different shades. This means the color "amaranth" can also have many different tones, from lighter pinks to deeper purples.
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In Spanish: Amaranto (color) para niños
