Korean Dictionary
How to say "Dark Green" in Korean
“Dark Green” in Korean is 진초록 (pronounced "Jinchorok").
진초록
Jinchorok
Usage & Context
Jinchorok is the Korean word for dark green. Dark green is associated with nature and stability in Korean culture. It is commonly used in forest-themed designs and outdoor fashion.
Example Sentence
진초록 숲이 아름다워요.
The dark green forest is beautiful.
How to use 진초록 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Dark Green” is 진초록, romanized as Jinchorok.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
To say 'Jinchorok', 'Jin' sounds like 'jean' in 'jeans'. 'Cho' is like 'cho' in 'chocolate'. 'Rok' sounds like 'rock', with the 'r' being a light flap, similar to the 'tt' in 'butter'.
More Example Sentences
Commenting on fashion.
진초록색 코트를 입으니 고급스러워 보여요.
Wearing a dark green coat makes one look sophisticated.
Home decoration.
우리 집 거실에 진초록 식물을 두었더니 분위기가 살아났어요.
I put a dark green plant in our living room, and it really brought the atmosphere to life.
Describing a natural landscape.
깊은 산 속 진초록 나무들이 빽빽하게 서 있었어요.
Deep in the mountains, dark green trees stood densely.
Cultural Context
진초록 (Jinchorok) evokes a sense of nature, stability, and sometimes tradition in Korea. It's often associated with mountains, forests, and a calm, earthy aesthetic. While not as overtly symbolic as red or gold, dark green is popular in autumn/winter fashion, traditional Korean pottery, and interior designs aiming for a sophisticated, natural feel. It can also be seen in uniforms or logos representing growth and endurance.
Editorial note
We review entries like 진초록 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
진초록색 옷
Dark green clothes
진초록 잎
Dark green leaves
진초록색 가구
Dark green furniture
Related Expressions
초록색
Choroksaek
Green (general term)
짙은 초록
Jiteun chorok
Deep green (synonym)
연두색
Yeondusaek
Light green (antonym)
숲색
Supsaek
Forest green (related concept)
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