Korean Dictionary
How to say "Freckle" in Korean
“Freckle” in Korean is 주근깨 (pronounced "jugeun-kkae").
주근깨
jugeun-kkae
Usage & Context
Small brown spots on the skin caused by sun exposure. Used in beauty and medical contexts. Important for describing skin features.
Example Sentence
주근깨가 있어요.
I have freckles.
How to use 주근깨 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Freckle” is 주근깨, romanized as jugeun-kkae.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The '주' (ju) sounds like 'joo' (as in juice), '근' (geun) like 'goon' (as in moon), and '깨' (kkae) like 'kay' with a tense, slightly aspirated 'k' sound. The 'kk' is a strong consonant.
More Example Sentences
Giving advice about sun exposure.
햇볕을 많이 쬐면 주근깨가 더 진해져요.
If you get a lot of sun, your freckles get darker.
Personal reflection on self-image over time.
어릴 때는 주근깨가 콤플렉스였는데, 지금은 괜찮아요.
When I was young, freckles were a complex for me, but now it's okay.
Complimenting a model's unique look.
그 모델은 주근깨까지 매력적으로 보여요.
That model looks charming even with freckles.
Cultural Context
Traditionally, clear, blemish-free skin has been a strong beauty ideal in Korea, and freckles (주근깨) were often seen as something to cover or lighten. However, with increasing global beauty influences and a shift towards embracing natural beauty, there's a growing acceptance and even appreciation for freckles, sometimes seen as unique or 'cute' (귀엽다, gwiyeopda) on certain individuals, especially in fashion and editorial contexts.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
주근깨가 많다
To have many freckles
주근깨 제거
Freckle removal
주근깨 메이크업
Freckle makeup (often to create fake freckles)
Related Expressions
점
jeom
Mole/spot
기미
gimi
Melasma/dark spots
잡티
jap-ti
Blemishes/spots
피부
pibu
Skin
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