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Colors play an important role in our everyday lives. They allow us to express ourselves, describe the world around us, and add vibrancy to our experiences. In the Maltese language, knowing the names of colors is essential for effective communication. In this lesson, we will explore the Maltese vocabulary for colors and learn how to use them in sentences. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently identify and describe a variety of colors in Maltese.

Basic Colors[edit | edit source]

Let's start by learning the basic colors in Maltese. These are the colors that you are likely to encounter most frequently in everyday life.

Black[edit | edit source]

The color black is represented by the word "iswed" in Maltese. It is a versatile color that can symbolize elegance, mystery, and power. Here are some examples:

Maltese Pronunciation English
iswed [iːsˈwɛd] black
  • L-għajnuna tiegħi hija iswed. (My car is black.)
  • Il-lejl huwa iswed u qamar. (The night is black and white.)

White[edit | edit source]

The color white is represented by the word "abiġ" in Maltese. It is often associated with purity, innocence, and cleanliness. Here are some examples:

Maltese Pronunciation English
abiġ [aˈbɪːtʃ] white
  • Il-bajda hija abiġa. (The egg is white.)
  • Il-lejl huwa iswed, iżda il-qamar huwa abiġ. (The night is black, but the moon is white.)

Red[edit | edit source]

The color red is represented by the word "aħmar" in Maltese. It is often associated with love, passion, and energy. Here are some examples:

Maltese Pronunciation English
aħmar [ˈaːħmɐr] red
  • Il-warda hija aħmra. (The rose is red.)
  • Il-ħmara hija aħmar. (The donkey is red.)

Blue[edit | edit source]

The color blue is represented by the word "blu" in Maltese. It is often associated with calmness, tranquility, and stability. Here are some examples:

Maltese Pronunciation English
blu [bluː] blue
  • Il-baħar huwa blu. (The sea is blue.)
  • L-ilsien tagħha huwa blu. (Her eyes are blue.)

Yellow[edit | edit source]

The color yellow is represented by the word "saffran" in Maltese. It is often associated with happiness, optimism, and warmth. Here are some examples:

Maltese Pronunciation English
saffran [safˈfran] yellow
  • Il-ġewż huwa saffran. (The walnut is yellow.)
  • Il-ħalib huwa saffran. (The milk is yellow.)

Green[edit | edit source]

The color green is represented by the word "aħdar" in Maltese. It is often associated with nature, growth, and harmony. Here are some examples:

Maltese Pronunciation English
aħdar [ˈaːħdɐr] green
  • Il-ħaxix hija aħdar. (The grass is green.)
  • L-irkoppa hija aħdar. (The cucumber is green.)

Orange[edit | edit source]

The color orange is represented by the word "oranġjo" in Maltese. It is often associated with creativity, enthusiasm, and warmth. Here are some examples:

Maltese Pronunciation English
oranġjo [ɔˈrɐŋd͡ʒɔ] orange
  • Il-bużbież hija oranġja. (The pumpkin is orange.)
  • Il-ħalib tal-purċinella huwa oranġjo. (The milk of the persimmon is orange.)

Pink[edit | edit source]

The color pink is represented by the word "roża" in Maltese. It is often associated with femininity, sweetness, and love. Here are some examples:

Maltese Pronunciation English
roża [ˈrɔzɐ] pink
  • Il-ħamiema hija roża. (The flower is pink.)
  • Il-frott tal-pwera hija roża. (The power button is pink.)

Additional Colors[edit | edit source]

In addition to the basic colors, there are many other colors that you may come across in your daily life. Here are some examples:

Purple[edit | edit source]

The color purple is represented by the word "porpor" in Maltese. It is often associated with royalty, luxury, and creativity. Here are some examples:

Maltese Pronunciation English
porpor [ˈpɔrpɔr] purple
  • Il-bużbież tal-ġewż hija porpora. (The color of the walnut is purple.)
  • Il-purpura hija porpora. (The grape is purple.)

Brown[edit | edit source]

The color brown is represented by the word "kafè" in Maltese. It is often associated with earthiness, warmth, and stability. Here are some examples:

Maltese Pronunciation English
kafè [kæˈfɛ] brown
  • Il-għajnuna hija kafè. (The dog is brown.)
  • Il-karrotta hija kafè. (The carrot is brown.)

Gray[edit | edit source]

The color gray is represented by the word "griz" in Maltese. It is often associated with neutrality, practicality, and sophistication. Here are some examples:

Maltese Pronunciation English
griz [ɡriːz] gray
  • Il-wiċċ hija griza. (The face is gray.)
  • Il-ħelu hija griza. (The sky is gray.)

Silver[edit | edit source]

The color silver is represented by the word "ħalib" in Maltese. It is often associated with elegance, modernity, and sophistication. Here are some examples:

Maltese Pronunciation English
ħalib [ˈħɐlɪb] silver
  • Il-ħaġar hija ħalibja. (The stone is silver.)
  • Il-midalja hija ħalibja. (The medal is silver.)

Gold[edit | edit source]

The color gold is represented by the word "ħamra" in Maltese. It is often associated with wealth, luxury, and success. Here are some examples:

Maltese Pronunciation English
ħamra [ˈħɐmrɐ] gold
  • Il-fidda hija ħamra. (The silver is gold.)
  • Il-ħabib hija ħamra. (The friend is gold.)

Cultural Significance of Colors[edit | edit source]

Colors hold cultural significance and can vary in meaning across different regions and societies. It is important to note that the interpretations of colors can differ from culture to culture. Here are some interesting cultural facts about colors in Malta:

1. The colors of the Maltese flag are white and red. White symbolizes peace and purity, while red represents bravery and hardiness.

2. The traditional Maltese fishing boats, known as "luzzu," are painted in vibrant colors such as blue, red, and yellow. These colors are believed to bring luck and protect the fishermen from evil spirits.

3. In Maltese folklore, the color green is associated with the mythical creature known as the "L-Għonnella." This creature is said to wear a green cloak and has the ability to grant wishes.

4. The color blue is closely tied to the Maltese islands' maritime history. The blue sea surrounding Malta has been a significant source of livelihood and trade for the Maltese people.

5. The color yellow is often associated with the traditional Maltese balconies, known as "gallariji." These balconies are a prominent feature of Maltese architecture and are often painted in shades of yellow.

6. The color black is traditionally worn by the Maltese during times of mourning. It is a sign of respect and remembrance for the deceased.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that you have learned the names of colors in Maltese, it's time to practice using them in sentences. Complete the following exercises:

Exercise 1: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate color in Maltese.

1. Il-ħalib hija __________. (The milk is white.) 2. Il-warda hija __________. (The rose is red.) 3. Il-bużbież hija __________. (The pumpkin is orange.) 4. Il-ħaxix hija __________. (The grass is green.) 5. Il-ilsien hija __________. (The eye is blue.)

Exercise 2: Translate the following sentences into Maltese.

1. The sky is gray. 2. The sun is yellow. 3. The car is black. 4. The dress is pink. 5. The tree is green.

Solutions[edit | edit source]

Exercise 1:

1. Il-ħalib hija abiġa. (The milk is white.) 2. Il-warda hija aħmra. (The rose is red.) 3. Il-bużbież hija oranġja. (The pumpkin is orange.) 4. Il-ħaxix hija aħdar. (The grass is green.) 5. Il-ilsien hija blu. (The eye is blue.)

Exercise 2:

1. Is-sieq huwa griz. 2. Is-sol liema hija saffran. 3. Il-karozza hija iswed. 4. Id-dehra hija roża. 5. It-deru hija aħdar.


With the completion of this lesson, you have gained a solid understanding of the vocabulary for colors in Maltese. Practice using these words in your everyday conversations, and you will soon become more confident in expressing yourself in Maltese. Keep up the great work!


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