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May 6
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Colores Que No Sabías Que Necesitabas en...

Spanish and Go
About this episode

While choosing wallpaper and curtain rods for our new home studio, we came across color names like “royal blue” and “matte nickel,” sparking a fun conversation about how color terms vary in English and Spanish. From “colorado” to “rosa mexicano,” we unpack the emotional, cultural, and regional meanings behind these colors—and how they don’t always translate directly. Whether you’re into design, language learning, or just love the little quirks of vocabulary, this episode will help you see color in a whole new light.ually enjoying the process!

Key Takeaways:

  • Learn how color names like “colorado,” “café,” and “morado” vary across Spanish-speaking regions.
  • Discover why direct translations like “royal blue” or “lavender” can miss the cultural context behind each shade.
  • Understand how specific terms like “matte nickel” and “rosa mexicano” reflect design, emotion, and identity.


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