Korean Dictionary
How to say "Hair Color" in Korean
“Hair Color” in Korean is 염색 (pronounced "yeomsaek").
염색
yeomsaek
Usage & Context
염색 is very popular in Korea with many Koreans dyeing their hair vibrant colors or subtle highlights. Korean hair salons are famous for their expertise in 염색 achieving seamless gradient effects and trendy shades. K-pop idol hair colors often set trends for what Koreans will request at their 미용실.
Example Sentence
최근에 갈색으로 염색했어요.
I recently dyed my hair brown.
How to use 염색 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Hair Color” is 염색, romanized as yeomsaek.
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 염색.
Pronunciation Guide
To pronounce 염색, 'yeom' sounds like 'yuhm' in 'yum,' with a soft 'y' and a quick 'uh' vowel. 'Saek' sounds like 'sack,' but with a slightly softer 's' and a short 'a' sound, ending with a crisp 'k.'
More Example Sentences
A friend asking for advice on a new hair color.
이번에 무슨 색으로 염색할까 고민 중이야.
I'm wondering what color I should dye my hair this time.
Asking a hairdresser at a salon.
탈색 없이 염색 가능한가요?
Is it possible to dye my hair without bleaching?
Giving hair care advice to someone who just dyed their hair.
염색 후에는 트리트먼트 꼭 해줘야 해.
You must do a hair treatment after dyeing.
Cultural Context
Hair dyeing (염색) is incredibly popular in Korea, with many people, including K-pop idols, frequently changing their hair color to match trends or seasons. Korean hair salons are renowned for their advanced techniques, often achieving natural-looking gradients and vibrant, long-lasting colors. It's common for people to visit a 미용실 (miyongsil - hair salon) for a complete transformation, not just a simple trim.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
염색하다
to dye hair
염색약
hair dye
염색 머리
dyed hair
Related Expressions
탈색
talsaek
bleaching (hair)
파마
pama
perm
헤어스타일
heeo seutail
hairstyle
새치 염색
saechi yeomsaek
gray hair dyeing
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