beige
5 synonyms for beige, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A pale, sandy brown colour.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A pale, sandy brown colour.
“She painted the walls a soft beige.”
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2. adjective
Dull or unremarkable, especially in a bland, suburban way.
“The whole neighbourhood felt a bit beige and predictable.”
How to use beige
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
beige walls
beige carpet
painfully beige
Etymology
Borrowed from French beige, originally describing the natural, undyed colour of raw wool or cotton.
Full origin of beige →Frequently asked questions
What does “beige” mean?
The word “beige” means a pale, sandy brown colour. In plain terms, a pale tan colour, or (informally) something bland and unexciting.
How do you pronounce “beige”?
“Beige” is pronounced BAYZH (/ˈbeɪʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “beige” in a sentence?
Here is “beige” used in a sentence: “She painted the walls a soft beige.”
What part of speech is “beige”?
Depending on how it is used, “beige” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “beige” come from?
The word “beige” comes from French. Borrowed from French beige, originally describing the natural, undyed colour of raw wool or cotton.
Is “beige” a common word?
“Beige” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “beige” have?
“Beige” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a pale, sandy brown colour.
