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15 words
Korean word
푸르다
Pronunciation
Romanizationpureuda
Meaning
- adjectiveblue
Example
하늘이 푸르다.ha neu ri pu reu da
The sky is blue.
More examples
바다가 푸르다.pa da ga pu reu da
The sea is blue.
Core concept
A clear, lively natural color, ranging from sky blue to fresh-leaf green.
Common phrases
푸른 하늘pu reun ha neul
blue sky
푸른 바다pu reun pa da
blue sea
Similar words
파랗다parata: A bright, pure blue color visible on a surface.
푸릇푸릇하다pureutpureutada: A young, lush green appearance in plants or leaves.
푸르스름하다pureuseureumhada: A light color with a gentle blue tint.
Definition in Korean
하늘이나 나뭇잎처럼 색이 맑고 생동감 있게 보이는 상태를 이르는 형용사로, 관형형은 '푸른' 또는 '푸르른'을 사용한다.ha neu ri na na mun nip cheo reom sae gi mal kko saeng dong gam it kke po i neun sang tae reul i reu neun hyeong yong sa ro kwan hyeong hyeong eun pu reun tto neun pu reu reun eul sa yong han da
Word origin
Its exact origin is uncertain, but it is a native Korean adjective associated with the vivid colors of sky and foliage.
Usage tips
- Unlike English, Korean can use one color word for both a blue sky and green leaves, so the surrounding noun helps identify the intended color.
Other meanings
- greenadjective
Related words
- 푸르스름하다pureuseureumhadabluishadjective