Korean Dictionary
How to say "Light Blue" in Korean
“Light Blue” in Korean is 연파랑 (pronounced "Yeonparang").
연파랑
Yeonparang
Usage & Context
Yeonparang is the Korean word for light blue. Light blue is associated with calmness and serenity in Korean culture. It is popular in baby products and spring fashion.
Example Sentence
연파랑 침대 시트가 편해요.
The light blue bed sheet is comfortable.
How to use 연파랑 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Light Blue” is 연파랑, romanized as Yeonparang.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
For 'Yeonparang', 'Yeon' sounds like 'yawn' but with a shorter 'eo' sound, similar to 'uh' in 'fun'. 'Pa' is like 'pah' in 'papa'. 'Rang' sounds like 'rahng' as in 'rang' (the bell rang), with the 'r' being a light flap, similar to the 'tt' in 'butter'.
More Example Sentences
Discussing interior design for a nursery.
아기 방을 연파랑색으로 꾸미니 정말 평화로워 보여요.
Decorating the baby's room in light blue makes it look so peaceful.
Commenting on personal attire and mood.
오늘 연파랑 셔츠를 입었는데, 기분이 상쾌하네요.
I wore a light blue shirt today, and I feel refreshed.
Describing a scenic view, like a sunset or sunrise.
하늘이 연파랑색으로 물들어서 너무 예뻤어요.
The sky was dyed light blue, it was so beautiful.
Cultural Context
연파랑 (Yeonparang) or 하늘색 (haneulsaek, sky blue) is often associated with calmness, purity, and innocence in Korea. It's a very popular color for children's clothing, especially for boys, and is frequently seen in spring fashion and home decor to evoke a fresh and serene atmosphere. This color is also common in school uniforms or sportswear, symbolizing youth and vitality.
Editorial note
We review entries like 연파랑 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
연파랑 옷
Light blue clothes
연파랑 벽지
Light blue wallpaper
연파랑 계열
Light blue tones/shades
Related Expressions
하늘색
Haneulsaek
Sky blue (very similar, often interchangeable)
파란색
Paransaek
Blue (general term)
진파랑
Jinparang
Dark blue (antonym)
연두색
Yeondusaek
Light green (related light color)
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