die Farben
Translation
colours, paints
Examples
Ich mag helle Farben.
I like bright colours.
Der Maler mischt die Farben.
The painter mixes the paints.
Grammar Patterns
to like ((sth.)) I like bright colours.
to mix ((sth.)) The painter mixes the paints.
Similar Words
Töne (tones), Nuancen (nuances)
Etymology
From Old High German 'farawa' (shape, colour). Cognate with English 'fair'.
Memory Tips
Think of a rainbow with its many 'Farben' (colours).