violet
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., grand, petit).
adjective
a. purple
Jennifer a les cheveux violets depuis cinq ans.Jennifer has had purple hair for the past five years.
b. violet
On dit qu’Elizabeth Taylor avait les yeux violets.People say that Elizabeth Taylor had violet eyes.
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., l’homme, le soleil).
masculine noun
a. purple
Le violet est souvent associé à la royauté.Purple is often associated with royalty.
b. violet
Ma grand-mère refuse de porter du violet. Elle dit que c’est pour les vieilles dames !My grandmother refuses to wear violet. She says it's for old ladies!
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