Grey in Tagalog

“Grey” in Tagalog is “Kulay-abo” or “Abo” – the neutral color between black and white. This versatile term appears in everyday Filipino conversations when describing colors, weather, or even moods. Let’s explore how Filipinos use this word in different contexts!

[Words] = Grey

[Definition]:

• Grey /ɡreɪ/
• Noun: A color intermediate between black and white, as of ashes or lead
• Adjective: Of a color between black and white; having a neutral or dull appearance
• Verb: To become grey or make something grey

[Synonyms] = Kulay-abo, Abo, Abuhin, Gris, Kulayabong, Kulabo

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The sky turned grey as the storm clouds gathered over the city.
• Ex1_PH: Ang langit ay naging kulay-abo habang ang mga ulap ng bagyo ay nagsama sa lungsod.
• Ex2_EN: She wore a beautiful grey dress to the wedding ceremony.
• Ex2_PH: Siya ay nagsuot ng isang magandang kulay-abo na bestida sa seremonya ng kasal.
• Ex3_EN: His hair started turning grey when he reached his forties.
• Ex3_PH: Ang kanyang buhok ay nagsimulang maging abo nang siya ay umabot sa kanyang apatnapung taon.
• Ex4_EN: The old building had grey walls that needed repainting.
• Ex4_PH: Ang lumang gusali ay may kulay-abo na mga pader na kailangang ipintura muli.
• Ex5_EN: The cat has soft grey fur and bright green eyes.
• Ex5_PH: Ang pusa ay may malambot na kulay-abo na balahibo at maliwanag na berdeng mga mata.