Korean Dictionary
How to say "Brown" in Korean
“Brown” in Korean is 갈색 (pronounced "Galsaek").
갈색
Galsaek
Usage & Context
Galsaek is the Korean word for brown. Brown is associated with earthiness and warmth in Korean culture. It is commonly used in natural and rustic design styles.
Example Sentence
갈색 가방을 들고 있어요.
I am carrying a brown bag.
How to use 갈색 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Brown” is 갈색, romanized as Galsaek.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 갈색.
Pronunciation Guide
갈 (Gal) sounds like 'gahl' as in 'gallop' but with a light 'l' sound. 색 (Saek) sounds like 'saek' as in 'sack' but with a slightly sharper 'ae' vowel. Combine them as 'Gahl-saek', with fairly even stress.
More Example Sentences
Shopping with a friend and admiring an item.
저 갈색 스웨터 너무 예쁘다.
That brown sweater is so pretty.
Describing a pet's appearance.
우리 집 강아지는 갈색 털을 가지고 있어요.
Our dog has brown fur.
Talking about seasonal changes in nature.
가을에는 갈색 낙엽이 많아요.
In autumn, there are many brown fallen leaves.
Cultural Context
갈색 (galsaek) is a versatile color in Korea, often associated with nature, wood, and traditional elements like hanok (traditional Korean houses) and pottery. It conveys a sense of warmth and earthiness rather than being seen as dull. In fashion, especially in autumn and winter, brown is a classic and popular choice, often paired with other earthy tones or neutrals for a sophisticated look.
Editorial note
We review entries like 갈색 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
갈색 머리
brown hair
갈색 눈
brown eyes
갈색 구두
brown shoes
Related Expressions
밤색
bamsaek
chestnut brown
황토색
hwangtosaek
ocher / yellowish-brown (traditional earth color)
검은색
geomeunsaek
black
흰색
huinsaek
white
More Colors and Shapes Words
Master Korean with AI-Powered Learning
Practice Brown and 10,000+ words with native pronunciation and AI conversation.
