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Brown
#964B00

Brown#964B00
brown color with #A52A2A hex code

Meaning of the color Brown

Brown, a hue steeped in the earth's rich palette, speaks volumes about stability, reliability, and warmth. It embodies the nurturing embrace of fertile soil and the steadfastness of ancient trees. But its versatility extends beyond its singular presence. When mingled with other colors, brown transforms, creating an array of captivating combinations. Blend it with white to evoke a sense of rustic simplicity or infuse it with orange for a cozy autumnal vibe. Pair it with teal for a harmonious balance of earthiness and tranquility.The possibilities are as endless as the hues of nature itself.


Psychological characteristics of Brown color

Brown embodies resilience, mirroring the enduring strength found in nature's embrace.It wraps us in warmth and security, reminiscent of a cozy hug. 

  • Grounded: Brown symbolizes stability and reliability, offering a sense of security and assurance.
  • Nurturing: Like the embrace of rich soil, brown fosters a feeling of warmth and comfort, nurturing both body and soul.
  • Authenticity: Brown conveys a sense of genuineness and down-to-earth authenticity, resonating with simplicity and sincerity.
  • Endurance: Symbolizing resilience and steadfastness, brown represents the enduring strength found in the natural world.

Symbolic meanings of color Brown

  • Earthiness and stability
  • Warmth and simplicity
  • Timelessness and elegance

Technical information about Brown/#A52A2A

Brown is represented by the hex code code #A52A2A. In the RGB color space, brown comprises 65.1% red, 16.5% green, and 16.5% blue. In the CMYK color space, it consists of 0% cyan, 75% magenta, 75% yellow, and 65% black. Brown's hue angle is approximately 0 degrees, with a saturation of 59.2% and a lightness of 29.4%.

Brown color conversion table

The hexadecimal color #964B00 has RGB values of R: 150 , G: 75, B: 0 and CMYK values of C: 0, M: 50, Y: 100, K:41.
Color codeValueCSS
HEX#964B00#964B00
RGB DECIMAL150, 75, 0rgb(150, 75, 0)
RGB PERCENTAGE59%, 29%, 0%59, 29, 0
CMYK0, 50, 100, 41
HSL30.0°, 100.0, 29.4hsl(30.0°, 100.0%, 29.4%)
HSV (OR HSB)30.0°, 100.0, 58.8
WEB SAFE#964B00#964B00
CIE-LAB40.437, 27.502, 50.147
XYZ15.094, 11.516, 1.427
XYY0.538, 0.411, 11.516
CIE-LCH40.437, 57.193, 61.258
CIE-LUV40.437, 61.199, 37.403
HUNTER-LAB33.936, 20.006, 21.261
BINAR10010110 01001011 00000000

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