Korean word

색깔

Pronunciation

Romanizationsaekkkal

Meaning

  • nouncolor

Example

이 셔츠는 색깔이 정말 예뻐요.i syeo cheu neun saek kka ri cheong mal ye ppeo yo

This shirt is a really pretty color.

Illustration for 색깔 (color)

More examples

색깔이 진해서 눈에 잘 보여요.saek kka ri chin hae seo nu ne chal po yeo yo

The color is dark, so it is easy to see.

Core concept

A visible color that can also show the special feel or character of a person, thing, or place.

Common phrases

  • 색깔이 진하다saek kka ri chin ha da

    strong color

  • 색깔이 연하다saek kka ri yeon ha da

    faint color

Similar words

색saek: A basic color seen on an object or in light, such as red, blue, or yellow.
컬러keolleo: A particular color selected for clothes, products, or design work.
색감saekkkam: The way a group of colors feels as a whole, including its brightness and strength.

Definition in Korean

사물의 빛깔뿐만 아니라 사람이나 분위기의 특징을 비유적으로 이르는 말.sa mu rui pit kkal ppun man a ni ra sa ra mi na pu nwi gi ui teuk jjing eul pi yu jeo geu ro i reu neun mal

Word origin

The origin of 색깔 (saekkkal, "color") is uncertain, but its meaning developed from physical color to the distinctive character or mood associated with a person or thing.

Usage tips

  • In comments about art, 색깔 (saekkkal, "color") can point to the style or mood that makes a work feel special.

Other meanings

  • shadenoun

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