Describes the characteristic reddish-brown color of fired bricks. Often used as a color adjective, more commonly in the form 'ziegelrot' (brick-red).
example
Die Fassade des Hauses wurde in einem warmen Ziegel gestrichen.
The facade of the house was painted in a warm brick-red.
Usage tips
Origin of the color
The color adjective 'ziegel' (brick-colored) derives directly from the noun 'der Ziegel' (brick). So the color describes the typical reddish brown of a fired brick.
EXAMPLE
Das alte Fabrikgebäude wurde aus dunklen Ziegeln gebaut.
The old factory building was built from dark bricks.
Common form: ziegelrot
Although 'ziegel' (brick-colored) exists as a color term, the compound form 'ziegelrot' (brick-red) is used much more often in everyday language. This form is clearer and more natural for most speakers.
EXAMPLE
Sie trägt einen ziegelroten Pullover.
She is wearing a brick-red sweater.
Typical use
The color 'ziegel' or 'ziegelrot' (brick-red) is often used to describe parts of buildings such as roofs and facades, but also clothing or other objects with a warm, reddish-brown shade.
EXAMPLE
Die neue Terrasse hat einen Boden aus ziegelroten Fliesen.
The new terrace has a floor made of brick-red tiles.