feuerrot

Feuerrot is a color term used in German to describe a bright, intense red shade. The word combines feuer (fire) and rot (red), emphasizing its associations with flames and heat. In design and art, feuerrot is typically perceived as a vivid red with warm undertones, sometimes appearing slightly orange-tinted depending on lighting and material.

Usage and context: The term appears in painting, interior decoration, fashion, and product labeling within German-speaking regions. It is used to convey energy, urgency, passion, or danger. Because color perception depends on illumination and context, the exact shade designated as feuerrot can vary between suppliers, inks, and paints, and there is no single universal standard for the color.

Relation to other colors: Feuertöne red is often considered part of the broader family of bright reds, alongside terms such as rubinrot (ruby red) and orangerot (orange-red). In branding and heraldry, feuerrot can be chosen to attract attention or symbolize vitality and strength.

History and cultural usage: As a saturated red, feuerrot has long appeared in German art and design to evoke heat and intensity. Its connotations align with common symbolic associations of red across cultures, including energy, love, and warning.