In this vocabulary lesson you will learn the names of colors in Korean. Color in Korean is 색깔 (saek-kkal) and this is sometimes shortened to 색.
When saying the names of colors in Korean you will add 색 to the color word . For example, red is 빨간색 in Korean.
Below you will find a list of colors in Korean, followed by a practice exercise with audio to help you memorize the names of colors in Korean.
At the bottom of the page you will also find a printable list of colors in Korean plus some printable flashcards to help you learn colors in Korean.
List Of Colors In Korean
Here is a list of the most common colors in Korean with English translation. Try to read each word out loud and then listen to the audio to check how it should sound. Then, try the practice exercise below.
| English | Korean | Audio |
|---|---|---|
| red | 빨간색 | |
| blue | 파란색 | |
| green | 초록색 | |
| yellow | 노란색 | |
| orange | 주황색 | |
| pink | 분홍색 | |
| purple | 보라색 | |
| brown | 갈색 | |
| black | 검은색 | |
| gray | 회색 | |
| white | 흰색 | |
| gold | 금색 |
Practice Exercise | Memorize Colors In Korean
This practice exercise is designed to help you memorize the names of colors in Korean.
Read the Korean color and try to remember what it is in English. Then hover your mouse (click on mobile) over the Korean color to reveal the answer.