Color surrounds us every day, yet many of us rely on only a handful of words to describe it. We say, “I like a soft blue” or “maybe a darker pink,” but without the right terms, it can be tricky to explain exactly what we mean. Did you know there is actually a difference between the terms hue, colour, tint, tone, and shade?
This guide will walk you through some of the main color terms to help you make sense of what you see. From the pure hues that are the starting point of every color, to the tints, tones, and shades that shape how they appear, you will discover how these terms give you a clearer way to understand and describe color.
