rojizo

reddish

adjective rroh-HEE-soh Rare

Origin: From rojo (red) + suffix -izo, denoting resemblance.

Usage Note

Rojizo describes something with a reddish hue, used for hair, soil, skies, or metals. The -izo suffix attaches to a base to mean 'tending toward' a quality. It agrees in gender and number: rojiza, rojizos, rojizas. Unlike rojo, it implies an approximate or mixed shade rather than a pure red.

Examples

"El cielo se puso rojizo al atardecer."

Natural Translation

The sky turned reddish at sunset.

Related Words

Explore Spanish by topic

SpanishNow

You're Welcome in Spanish: Beyond De Nada

You're welcome in Spanish is more than de nada. Learn con gusto, no hay de qué, a la orden and more — and which to use by region and how formal the moment is.

June 3, 2026 6 min read

SpanishNow

How to Memorize Spanish Vocabulary Fast (That Sticks)

Memorize Spanish vocabulary fast with a 15-minute daily loop: spaced repetition, frequency-first words, and example-sentence cards that actually stick.

June 9, 2026 6 min read

SpanishNow

Por vs Para in Spanish: One Mental Model, No Acronyms

Por looks backward at cause and path; para looks forward at goal and destination. Master por vs para in Spanish with one mental model — no acronyms needed.

June 3, 2026 6 min read

SpanishNow

Spanish Accent Marks: 3 Rules for Every Word

A Spanish word needs an accent mark in just three cases: it breaks the default stress, it's a homophone, or a weak vowel splits off. Here are all three rules.

June 3, 2026 6 min read