Colors in Spanish: Learn the Basics with Free Flashcards
Hello teachers and families! 👋
Learning colors is one of the first steps when teaching Spanish to beginners, and these flashcards are perfect for kids or anyone starting their journey in the language. This resource is designed to help students not only memorize the names of colors but also associate them with their meanings through visuals.
These cards are simple, but very effective. If you laminate them, they’ll last much longer and can be reused for multiple activities. Let’s dive into the colors in Spanish!
List of Colors in Spanish and English
Here are the most common colors in Spanish with their English equivalents, all included in the flashcards:
- Blanco / White
- Negro / Black
- Gris / Gray
- Rojo / Red
- Azul / Blue
- Amarillo / Yellow
- Verde / Green
- Naranja / Orange
- Morado / Purple
- Marrón / Brown
- Rosa / Pink
- Violeta / Violet
- Turquesa / Turquoise
- Fucsia / Fuchsia
- Dorado / Gold
- Plateado / Silver
How to Use These Flashcards
Here are some practical ideas to make the most out of this resource:
- Memory game:
Show a flashcard and say the color in Spanish. Ask students to repeat it and find an object of the same color around them. - Quick match:
Lay the flashcards on the table and say a color in Spanish. The students need to point to the correct card as fast as possible. - Simple questions:
Practice asking and answering questions like:- ¿Qué color es este? (What color is this?)
- Este es rojo. (This is red.)
- Creative activity:
Let students draw and color objects that match the flashcard colors.
Download Free Colors Flashcards
These cards are great for classroom decoration, group activities, or extra practice at home. Download them for free here: