granatowy

Granatowy is a color term used in Polish to denote a deep blue shade, commonly equated with navy blue in English. It is one of the standard color names in Polish fashion, branding, and heraldry and is frequently applied to clothing, uniforms, and team kits. The shade is dark blue and is typically perceived as more subdued than brighter blues such as cobalt.

In digital color systems granatowy is usually represented by dark-blue values; common approximations include hex codes around #000080 (navy) or #00008B (dark blue), though exact hues vary by palette and printing process. In physical pigments, the hue can range from midnight blue to bluish indigo depending on pigment composition and lighting conditions.

Etymology: The precise origin of the term granatowy is not definitively established. It is a standard Polish color name for a deep blue shade, and the word granat has multiple meanings in Polish, a relationship that does not map to a single historical pigment.

Usage and symbolism: Granatowy conveys formality, authority, and reliability. It is a common choice for school uniforms, corporate attire, and sports team colors in Poland, and is also used in branding and official emblems where a traditional, somber blue is desired.

See also: Navy blue, List of colors, Polish color names, Color theory.