Korean Dictionary
How to say "Curved Line" in Korean
“Curved Line” in Korean is 곡선 (pronounced "Gokseon").
곡선
Gokseon
Usage & Context
Gokseon is the Korean word for curved line. Curved lines are used in Korean design to create flowing, organic shapes. They represent grace and movement.
Example Sentence
곡선이 부드러워요.
The curved line is smooth.
How to use 곡선 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Curved Line” is 곡선, romanized as Gokseon.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, 'Gok' (곡), sounds like 'gock' in 'rock' but with a 'g' sound. The second syllable, 'seon' (선), is pronounced like 'saw-n'. The word flows smoothly with even emphasis.
More Example Sentences
Admiring traditional Korean architecture.
한옥의 곡선 지붕이 정말 아름다워요.
The curved roof of the hanok is truly beautiful.
Complimenting an outfit.
이 드레스는 몸의 곡선을 살려줘서 예뻐요.
This dress is pretty because it highlights the body's curves.
Warning about driving conditions.
도로가 곡선으로 되어 있어서 운전하기 조심해야 해요.
The road is curved, so you need to drive carefully.
Cultural Context
'곡선' is deeply embedded in traditional Korean aesthetics, particularly in architecture (hanok roofs, temple designs) and pottery (celadon vases). These curves are not just decorative but often symbolize harmony with nature and a sense of gentle flow. In K-beauty, '곡선' might be used to describe the natural, soft lines of a face or body, emphasizing a gentle, organic look.
Editorial note
We review entries like 곡선 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
곡선 도로
curved road
곡선미를 살리다
to emphasize the beauty of curves
부드러운 곡선
soft curve
Related Expressions
직선
jikseon
straight line (antonym)
둥근 선
dunggeun seon
round line, curved line (descriptive, similar meaning)
유선형
yuseonhyeong
streamlined, aerodynamic shape (related concept)
곡선미
gokseonmi
beauty of curves
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