Beige facts for kids
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Beige is a light and gentle color that looks like a very pale brown. It's often seen as a neutral color, meaning it goes well with many other colors.
The word "beige" comes from France. It originally described a special kind of woolen fabric that was left in its natural, undyed color. This fabric had a light, warm, brownish-yellow look.
Over time, especially in the 1920s, the meaning of "beige" grew. Now, it doesn't just mean pale yellow shades. It also includes many different light brown colors. The first time the word "beige" was used to describe a color in English was in 1887.
People often think of beige as a color that feels neutral, calm, and relaxing. It's a popular choice for homes, clothes, and many other things because of its soft and comforting feel.
What Does Beige Look Like?
Beige is a very versatile color, meaning it can look slightly different depending on its exact shade. It can have hints of yellow, pink, or even gray. Think of the color of sand, unbleached cotton, or a light coffee with lots of milk – these are all examples of beige!
Images for kids
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Beige is the French word for the color of natural wool. Freshly-shorn wool from the Royal Winter Fair.
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Strawberries with vanilla ice cream
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Unbleached silk jacket
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Buff is the color of fine undyed leathers.
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A "beige" AT&T telephone.
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In Spanish: Beige para niños
