Korean Dictionary
How to say "Collage" in Korean
“Collage” in Korean is 콜라주 (pronounced "Kolraju").
콜라주
Kolraju
Usage & Context
Art made by assembling different materials. Popular technique in contemporary Korean art.
Example Sentence
콜라주는 창의적인 표현입니다.
Collage is a creative form of expression.
How to use 콜라주 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Collage” is 콜라주, romanized as Kolraju.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
콜 (kol) sounds like 'kohl' as in 'coal'. 라 (ra) is like 'rah' as in 'rah-rah-rah'. 주 (ju) sounds like 'joo' as in 'juice' without the 's'. The pronunciation is 'KOHL-rah-JOO', with fairly even stress.
More Example Sentences
Someone describing their art project.
잡지에서 오려낸 사진들로 콜라주를 만들었어요.
I made a collage with pictures cut out from magazines.
Visiting an art gallery.
현대 미술 전시회에서 다양한 콜라주 작품을 볼 수 있었어요.
I was able to see various collage artworks at the contemporary art exhibition.
Discussing educational activities for kids.
아이들과 함께 콜라주 만들기를 하면 창의력 발달에 좋아요.
Doing collage with children is good for developing creativity.
Cultural Context
콜라주 (kolraju) is a widely recognized term in Korean art and design circles, often used in contemporary art, graphic design, and even in DIY crafts. It's a popular activity in art classes for children and adults alike, as it encourages creativity and resourcefulness using everyday materials. You might see collage techniques used in K-pop album art or promotional materials for a unique visual style.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
콜라주 작품
collage artwork
콜라주 기법
collage technique
사진 콜라주
photo collage
Related Expressions
몽타주
mongtaju
Montage (often for photo composites or film sequences)
데쿠파주
dekupaju
Decoupage
조각
jogak
Sculpture (general term for 3D art)
설치 미술
seolchi misul
Installation art
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