* Technically, no. Brunette refers to hair that is brown. Black hair is, well, black!
* In everyday language, it can be confusing. Some people use "brunette" to refer to anyone with dark hair, including black hair.
* It depends on the shade. If someone has very dark brown hair that almost appears black, they might be considered a brunette by some people.
The best way to avoid confusion is to use specific terms like "black hair" or "dark brown hair."