Korean Dictionary
How to say "Harmony" in Korean
“Harmony” in Korean is 조화 (pronounced "Johwa").
조화
Johwa
Usage & Context
The combination of different musical notes played simultaneously to create a pleasing sound. Important in K-pop group vocals.
Example Sentence
조화가 아름다워요.
The harmony is beautiful.
How to use 조화 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Harmony” is 조화, romanized as Johwa.
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 조화.
Pronunciation Guide
Pronounced 'joh-hwa' — 'joh' rhymes with 'joe,' and 'hwa' glides like 'hwah' (similar to saying 'wah' with a soft 'h' in front). Keep both syllables even and connected.
Formal & Casual Forms
Casual (반말)
하모니
ha-mo-ni
English loanword used specifically for musical harmony — common in K-pop and music contexts
More Example Sentences
discussing a K-pop group on a music show
이 그룹은 멤버들의 보컬 하모니가 완벽해요.
This group has perfect vocal harmony between its members.
reviewing a design exhibition or architecture
전통과 현대의 조화가 돋보이는 작품이에요.
It's a work that shows a beautiful harmony between tradition and modernity.
answering an interview question about teamwork
팀원들과의 조화가 제일 중요해요.
Harmony with your team members is the most important thing.
Cultural Context
조화 is a core concept in Korean culture, rooted in Confucian and Taoist philosophy — the ideal of balance between opposites (음양의 조화), generations, and individual vs. collective. Interior designers constantly describe spaces using 조화, and architects pair 한옥 traditional houses with modern glass using this exact word. For musical harmony specifically, Koreans usually switch to the English loanword 하모니, especially in K-pop reviews — so while 조화 appears in philosophical or design contexts, 하모니 dominates music talk shows and fan commentary.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
조화가 잘 맞아요.
The harmony fits well together.
색깔의 조화가 예뻐요.
The color harmony is beautiful.
완벽한 하모니예요.
It's a perfect harmony.
Related Expressions
하모니
ha-mo-ni
harmony (loanword, music-specific)
균형
gyun-hyeong
balance
어울리다
eo-ul-li-da
to go well together / to suit
불협화음
bul-hyeop-hwa-eum
dissonance / discord (antonym)
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