What is pink? How to use in English

Definition & pronunciation of pink

pinkadjective

màu hồng

/pɪŋk/

Definition & pronunciation of <b>pink</b>

Where does the word pink come from?

The word "pink" has a fascinating history! The term originated in the 17th century from the flower, which got its name from the ultraviolet light it reflects. The color pink was first mentioned in English in 1588, derived from the Old English word "pink", meaning "flower". The flower, which is also known as the pink shell, has a reddish-pink color due to the presence of anthocyanins. The term "pink" initially referred to the flower, but soon it started being used to describe the color itself. In the 18th century, the word "pink" became commonly used to describe the pale, tender colors of the flower. By the 19th century, the term had evolved to broadly describe a range of colors with a reddish hue. Today, the word "pink" is used globally to describe the vibrant and playful shade we know and love!

Vocabulary summary pink

typeadjective

meaningpink

meaning(politics) red-leaning, left-leaning, pro-communist

typenoun

meaning(botany) carnation; carnation flower

meaningpink

meaning(the pink) the best condition, perfect condition; the best kind, perfect kind

examplethe pink of health

exampleto be in the pink

Example of vocabulary pinknamespace

meaning

pale red in colour

  • pale pink roses
  • She went bright pink with embarrassment.
  • The sun was now just a pink glow in the evening sky.
  • She was wearing a hot (= bright) pink top.
  • Outside, the sky is turning pink.
meaning

connected with gay people

  • the pink pound (= money spent by gays and lesbians as an influence in the economy)
meaning

having or showing slightly left-wing political views

  • pale pink politics

Comment ()