Korean · Time, Numbers & Colors
"Black" in Korean: 검은색
검은색geomeunsaek
Black in Korean is 검은색 (geomeunsaek). 검은색 names the color black; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun. 검은 is a useful modifier before a noun; 검다 is a related dictionary predicate.
Black: starting the exchange
저는 검은색을 좋아해요.jeoneun geomeunsaegeul joahaeyo.
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How to pronounce 검은색
Say it
geomeunsaek
/kʌmɯnsɛk̚/
검은색 is read geomeunsaek. In 검은색 옷, read the full phrase as geomeunsaek ot.
"Black" in Korean: quick reference
| Korean | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| 검은색geomeunsaek | Black The inventory form for black. | The inventory form for black. |
| 검은색 옷geomeunsaek ot | black clothing 검은색 names the color black; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun. 검은 is a useful modifier before a noun; 검다 is a related dictionary predicate. | 검은색 names the color black; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun. 검은 is a useful modifier before a noun; 검다 is a related dictionary predicate. |
How to use 검은색 in real life
- 1Black: starting the exchange
저는 검은색을 좋아해요.
jeoneun geomeunsaegeul joahaeyo.
I like black.
검은색 names the color black; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun. 검은 is a useful modifier before a noun; 검다 is a related dictionary predicate.
- 2Black: adding useful context
이 가방은 검은색이에요.
i gabangeun geomeunsaegieyo.
This bag is black.
This sentence places 검은색 in a complete exchange.
- 3Black: a different conversation
검은색으로 바꿔 주세요.
geomeunsaegeuro bakkwo juseyo.
Please change it to black.
This sentence places 검은색 in a complete exchange.
Mistakes English speakers make with 검은색
Incorrect: 이 가방는 검은색이에요.
Correct: 이 가방은 검은색이에요.
When practicing black, 가방 ends in a consonant, so this sentence needs 가방은, not 가방는.
Incorrect: 이 가방은 검은색이예요.
Correct: 이 가방은 검은색이에요.
When practicing black, the standard copula spelling after a consonant is 이에요, not 이예요. The complete correction is 이 가방은 검은색이에요.
Good to know
검은색 names the color black; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun. 검은 is a useful modifier before a noun; 검다 is a related dictionary predicate.
Read this practice conversation aloud
Tutor-led time numbers and colors study exercise: two sentences with 검은색
Partner
이 표현을 사용해서 한 문장 말해 볼까요?
i pyohyeoneul sayonghaeseo han munjang malhae bolkkayo?
Shall we say a sentence using this expression?
You
저는 검은색을 좋아해요.
jeoneun geomeunsaegeul joahaeyo.
I like black.
Partner
좋아요. 다른 문장으로도 연습해 볼까요?
joayo. dareun munjangeurodo yeonseupae bolkkayo?
Good. Shall we practice with another sentence too?
You
이 가방은 검은색이에요.
i gabangeun geomeunsaegieyo.
This bag is black.
This is a sample dialogue for reading aloud. Try both parts, then replace a detail with one from your own life.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Black" in Korean
What does 검은색 mean?
Black in Korean is 검은색 (geomeunsaek). 검은색 names the color black; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun. 검은 is a useful modifier before a noun; 검다 is a related dictionary predicate.
When should I say 검은색 옷?
검은색 names the color black; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun. 검은 is a useful modifier before a noun; 검다 is a related dictionary predicate.
How does 검은색 옷 differ from the basic expression?
검은색 옷 means “black clothing”. 검은색 names the color black; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun. 검은 is a useful modifier before a noun; 검다 is a related dictionary predicate.
Can I use 검은색 in a full sentence?
저는 검은색을 좋아해요. means “I like black.” 검은색 names the color black; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun. 검은 is a useful modifier before a noun; 검다 is a related dictionary predicate.
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