Korean · Time, Numbers & Colors
"Pink" in Korean: 분홍색
분홍색bunhongsaek
Pink in Korean is 분홍색 (bunhongsaek). 분홍색 names the color pink; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun.
Pink: starting the exchange
저는 분홍색을 좋아해요.jeoneun bunhongsaegeul joahaeyo.
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How to pronounce 분홍색
Say it
bunhongsaek
/punhoŋsɛk̚/
분홍색 is read bunhongsaek. In 분홍색 옷, read the full phrase as bunhongsaek ot.
"Pink" in Korean: quick reference
| Korean | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| 분홍색bunhongsaek | Pink The inventory form for pink. | The inventory form for pink. |
| 분홍색 옷bunhongsaek ot | pink clothing 분홍색 names the color pink; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun. | 분홍색 names the color pink; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun. |
How to use 분홍색 in real life
- 1Pink: starting the exchange
저는 분홍색을 좋아해요.
jeoneun bunhongsaegeul joahaeyo.
I like pink.
분홍색 names the color pink; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun.
- 2Pink: adding useful context
이 가방은 분홍색이에요.
i gabangeun bunhongsaegieyo.
This bag is pink.
This sentence places 분홍색 in a complete exchange.
- 3Pink: a different conversation
분홍색으로 바꿔 주세요.
bunhongsaegeuro bakkwo juseyo.
Please change it to pink.
This sentence places 분홍색 in a complete exchange.
Mistakes English speakers make with 분홍색
Incorrect: 이 가방는 분홍색이에요.
Correct: 이 가방은 분홍색이에요.
When practicing pink, 가방 ends in a consonant, so this sentence needs 가방은, not 가방는.
Incorrect: 이 가방은 분홍색이예요.
Correct: 이 가방은 분홍색이에요.
When practicing pink, the standard copula spelling after a consonant is 이에요, not 이예요. The complete correction is 이 가방은 분홍색이에요.
Good to know
분홍색 names the color pink; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun.
Read this practice conversation aloud
Tutor-led time numbers and colors study exercise: two sentences with 분홍색
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 분홍색을 좋아해요.
jeoneun bunhongsaegeul joahaeyo.
I like pink.
Partner
좋아요. 다른 문장으로도 연습해 볼까요?
joayo. dareun munjangeurodo yeonseupae bolkkayo?
Good. Shall we practice with another sentence too?
You
이 가방은 분홍색이에요.
i gabangeun bunhongsaegieyo.
This bag is pink.
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 "Pink" in Korean
What does 분홍색 mean?
Pink in Korean is 분홍색 (bunhongsaek). 분홍색 names the color pink; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun.
When should I say 분홍색 옷?
분홍색 names the color pink; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun.
How does 분홍색 옷 differ from the basic expression?
분홍색 옷 means “pink clothing”. 분홍색 names the color pink; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun.
Can I use 분홍색 in a full sentence?
저는 분홍색을 좋아해요. means “I like pink.” 분홍색 names the color pink; 색 means color, so this inventory item functions as a color noun.
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