Korean · Time, Numbers & Colors
"Blue" in Korean: 파란색
파란색paransaek
Blue in Korean is 파란색 (paransaek). 파란색 names the color blue; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun. 파란 is a useful modifier before a noun; 파랗다 is a related dictionary predicate.
Blue: starting the exchange
저는 파란색을 좋아해요.jeoneun paransaegeul joahaeyo.
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How to pronounce 파란색
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paransaek
/pʰaɾansɛk̚/
파란색 is read paransaek. In 파란색 옷, read the full phrase as paransaek ot.
"Blue" in Korean: quick reference
| Korean | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| 파란색paransaek | Blue The inventory form for blue. | The inventory form for blue. |
| 파란색 옷paransaek ot | blue clothing 파란색 names the color blue; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun. 파란 is a useful modifier before a noun; 파랗다 is a related dictionary predicate. | 파란색 names the color blue; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun. 파란 is a useful modifier before a noun; 파랗다 is a related dictionary predicate. |
How to use 파란색 in real life
- 1Blue: starting the exchange
저는 파란색을 좋아해요.
jeoneun paransaegeul joahaeyo.
I like blue.
파란색 names the color blue; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun. 파란 is a useful modifier before a noun; 파랗다 is a related dictionary predicate.
- 2Blue: adding useful context
이 가방은 파란색이에요.
i gabangeun paransaegieyo.
This bag is blue.
This sentence places 파란색 in a complete exchange.
- 3Blue: a different conversation
파란색으로 바꿔 주세요.
paransaegeuro bakkwo juseyo.
Please change it to blue.
This sentence places 파란색 in a complete exchange.
Mistakes English speakers make with 파란색
Incorrect: 이 가방는 파란색이에요.
Correct: 이 가방은 파란색이에요.
When practicing blue, 가방 ends in a consonant, so this sentence needs 가방은, not 가방는.
Incorrect: 이 가방은 파란색이예요.
Correct: 이 가방은 파란색이에요.
When practicing blue, the standard copula spelling after a consonant is 이에요, not 이예요. The complete correction is 이 가방은 파란색이에요.
Good to know
파란색 names the color blue; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun. 파란 is a useful modifier before a noun; 파랗다 is a related dictionary predicate.
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Tutor-led time numbers and colors study exercise: two sentences with 파란색
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 파란색을 좋아해요.
jeoneun paransaegeul joahaeyo.
I like blue.
Partner
좋아요. 다른 문장으로도 연습해 볼까요?
joayo. dareun munjangeurodo yeonseupae bolkkayo?
Good. Shall we practice with another sentence too?
You
이 가방은 파란색이에요.
i gabangeun paransaegieyo.
This bag is blue.
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 "Blue" in Korean
What does 파란색 mean?
Blue in Korean is 파란색 (paransaek). 파란색 names the color blue; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun. 파란 is a useful modifier before a noun; 파랗다 is a related dictionary predicate.
When should I say 파란색 옷?
파란색 names the color blue; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun. 파란 is a useful modifier before a noun; 파랗다 is a related dictionary predicate.
How does 파란색 옷 differ from the basic expression?
파란색 옷 means “blue clothing”. 파란색 names the color blue; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun. 파란 is a useful modifier before a noun; 파랗다 is a related dictionary predicate.
Can I use 파란색 in a full sentence?
저는 파란색을 좋아해요. means “I like blue.” 파란색 names the color blue; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun. 파란 is a useful modifier before a noun; 파랗다 is a related dictionary predicate.
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