Korean Conversation · Level 250
15 words
Korean word
안색
Pronunciation
Romanizationansaek
Meaning
- nouncomplexion
Example
어제부터 안색이 별로야.eo je bu teo an sae gi pyeol lo ya
My complexion hasn't looked very good since yesterday.
More examples
그는 아파 보여서 안색이 창백했다.keu neun a pa po yeo seo an sae gi chang bae kaet tta
He looked ill, so his complexion was pale.
Core concept
A person's face gives a visible hint about physical condition or emotional state.
Common phrases
안색이 좋아 보이다an sae gi cho a po i da
complexion looks healthy
안색이 창백하다an sae gi chang bae ka da
complexion is pale
안색이 굳다an sae gi kut tta
face becomes tense
안색을 살피다an sae geul sal pi da
check someone's complexion
Similar words
얼굴색eolgulsaek: The color in a person's face can show signs of health or tiredness.
기색kisaek: A person's expression can give a hint about feelings or physical condition.
Definition in Korean
사람의 얼굴빛이나 표정으로 건강 상태나 기분을 나타내는 말sa ra mui eol gul bi chi na pyo jeong eu ro keon gang sang tae na ki bu neul na ta nae neun mal
Word origin
The word comes from the Sino-Korean elements meaning face and color, which naturally developed from facial appearance to its meaning as a sign of well-being or mood.
Usage tips
- When this word describes someone, it can sound like concern about their well-being rather than a comment about beauty.