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pelirrojo

redheaded

adjective peh-lee-RROH-hoh Rare

Also means

redhead

Usage Note

Pelirrojo is a compound of pelo (hair) + rojo (red) and functions as both an adjective and a noun. The feminine form is pelirroja. Unlike English 'redhead', the word always refers to hair color, not to the person's complexion, and it is neutral in tone — not an insult.

Examples

"Mi prima pelirroja tiene los ojos verdes."

Natural Translation

My redheaded cousin has green eyes.

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