abo
abó with stress marks
gray (color)
Also means
Abo can also mean the ash or powdery residue left after something has been burned.
Usage Note
Abó refers to the color gray and is most commonly used in the phrase 'kulay-abó'. It literally means 'ash', which is why it is often used to describe shades found in clothing, paint, or a cloudy sky.
Examples
" Kulay abo ang langit. "
Natural Translation
The sky is gray.
Literal Translation
Color gray the sky.
" Abo ang pintura sa dingding. "
Natural Translation
The paint on the wall is gray.
Literal Translation
Gray the paint on wall.
" Pinili niya ang kulay abong damit dahil mas madaling iparis ito sa kahit anong sapatos. "
Natural Translation
She chose the gray dress because it is easier to pair with any kind of shoes.
Literal Translation
Chose he/she the color gray clothing because more easy to-pair it with whatever shoes.
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