scharlachrot

scarlet red

adjective SHAR-lakh-roht Rare

Origin: from Persian via Arabic and Latin scarlatum

Usage Note

Scharlachrot describes a vivid, orange-tinged red — the colour of scarlet cloth or the streptococcal disease Scharlach (scarlet fever). More literary and striking than plain rot; used in heraldry and historical prose.

Examples

"Der König trug ein scharlachrotes Cape, das seine Macht symbolisierte."

Natural Translation

The king wore a scarlet cape that symbolised his power.

Literal Translation

The king wore a scarlet cape that his power symbolised.

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