How do you say brown in Chinese?

There are two main ways to say "brown" in Chinese, depending on the shade and context:

1. 棕色 (zōng sè): This is the most common and general term for brown. It literally means "brown color".

2. 褐色 (hè sè): This refers to a darker, more reddish-brown shade.

Here are some examples of how to use them:

* 我的头发是棕色的 (wǒ de tóufa shì zōng sè de): My hair is brown.

* 这件衣服是褐色的 (zhè jiàn yīfu shì hè sè de): This shirt is brown (darker reddish-brown).

You can also use other terms depending on the specific shade of brown:

* 浅棕色 (qiǎn zōng sè): Light brown

* 深棕色 (shēn zōng sè): Dark brown

* 红棕色 (hóng zōng sè): Reddish brown

* 咖啡色 (kāfēi sè): Coffee brown

Ultimately, the best way to choose the right term is to consider the specific shade of brown you are referring to.