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绿 has 2 dictionary pronunciations. The examples show how each reading behaves in real words.
used in names
green; (slang) (derived from 綠帽子|绿帽子[lu:4 mao4 zi5]) to cheat on (one's spouse or boyfriend or girlfriend)
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green tea
green
traffic light
to make green with plants
dark green
greenish-blue
green area
oasis
green water
light green
permanent residency permit
Notice where 绿 sits in each complete thought.
Can you tell me the difference between black tea and green tea?
Source: Tatoeba #813575 · CC BY 2.0 FRMy heart is green and yellow.
Source: Tatoeba #1516449 · CC BY 2.0 FRGo straight down the road, and when you pass the traffic light you're there.
Source: Tatoeba #391130 · CC BY 2.0 FRWhat is the size of this district's greenery area?
Source: Tatoeba #420368 · CC BY 2.0 FRDefinitions and traditional forms are compiled from Make Me a Hanzi, HSK curriculum data, and CC-CEDICT. Sourced example sentences link to Tatoeba; editorial examples are labeled separately. Review data sources and licenses.