Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Blue”
the color between green and violet on the spectrum, like the sky or sea
Word Family of Blue
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- The sky is blue on a clear day. A1
- She wore a blue dress to the party. A1
- Blue paint is often used for bedroom walls. A2
Word Form Patterns for Blue
-ness
Adds **-ness** to make a noun meaning the state, quality, or condition of being something. Example: blue → blueness.
-ly
Adds **-ly** to make an adverb describing how an action happens. Example: blue → bluely.
Origin and Word Formation of Blue
Old English 'blaw', from Old Norse 'blár'
Common Word Form Mistakes with Blue
Wrong: The sky is a blue.
Correct: The sky is blue.
Adjectives after 'is' do not take articles; 'blue' is a predicate adjective.
Wrong: I like the blue color.
Correct: I like blue.
When referring to the color itself, no article or noun is needed; 'blue' stands alone.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Blue
What are the word forms of “blue”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “blue”?
“blue” is primarily a adj. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “blue” come from?
Old English 'blaw', from Old Norse 'blár'