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hue

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Noun — A color, or a particular shade or tint of a color.

How to use hue

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a rich hue shades and hues a hue of blue

Etymology

From Old English hīew, meaning "appearance" or "color" — related to old Germanic and Indo-European words for the color or texture of skin.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “hue” mean?

The word “hue” means a color, or a particular shade or tint of a color. In plain terms, a shade or variation of color.

How do you pronounce “hue”?

“Hue” is pronounced hyoo (/hju/ in IPA).

How do you use “hue” in a sentence?

Here is “hue” used in a sentence: “The sunset painted the sky in warm orange hues.”

What part of speech is “hue”?

“Hue” is a noun.

Where does the word “hue” come from?

The word “hue” comes from Old English. From Old English hīew, meaning "appearance" or "color" — related to old Germanic and Indo-European words for the color or texture of skin.

Is “hue” a common word?

“Hue” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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