How Do You Say “Pink” in German? 🎀🇩🇪

The word for “pink” in German is rosa.

The Word for “Pink” in German

Rosa is used just like the English word pink when talking about colours.

Examples

  • Ich mag dein rosa Kleid.
    I like your pink dress.

  • Sie trägt eine rosa Jacke.
    She’s wearing a pink jacket.

  • Das Zimmer ist rosa gestrichen.
    The room is painted pink.



More Examples

  • Ich habe rosa Blumen gekauft.
    I bought pink flowers.

  • Das Fahrrad ist rosa.
    The bike is pink.

  • Rosa ist ihre Lieblingsfarbe.
    Pink is her favourite colour.


    • 🌱 Rooted in Meaning

    The German rosa comes directly from the Latin word for “rose.” Across languages, the rose flower became linked to the colour we now call pink. In German, rosa still carries that floral connection — a nice reminder that colours often grow from nature..


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