Korean Dictionary
How to say "Maroon" in Korean
“Maroon” in Korean is 밤색 (pronounced "Bamsaek").
밤색
Bamsaek
Usage & Context
Bamsaek is the Korean word for maroon. Maroon is associated with richness and warmth in Korean design. It is commonly used in autumn fashion and formal wear.
Example Sentence
밤색 가죽 가방이 고급스러워요.
The maroon leather bag is luxurious.
How to use 밤색 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Maroon” is 밤색, romanized as Bamsaek.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
밤 (bam) sounds like 'bahm' as in 'balm' without the 'l'. 색 (saek) sounds like 'saek' as in 'sack' but with a softer 'k' at the end. Together, it's 'Bahm-sek' with fairly even stress.
More Example Sentences
Describing a fashion item for a season.
밤색 코트가 가을 분위기에 딱이에요.
A maroon coat is perfect for the autumn vibe.
Talking about home decor.
우리 집 소파는 밤색이라서 따뜻한 느낌을 줘요.
Our sofa is maroon, so it gives a warm feeling.
Commenting on someone's appearance.
그 배우는 밤색 머리색이 정말 잘 어울려요.
That actor really suits maroon hair color.
Cultural Context
밤색 (bamsaek) literally means 'chestnut color,' which closely aligns with maroon or dark brown. It's a popular color in Korean autumn fashion and interior design, often associated with warmth, coziness, and a touch of classic elegance. You'll frequently see it in traditional Korean crafts or hanbok for its rich, earthy tone, conveying a sense of stability and maturity.
Editorial note
We review entries like 밤색 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
밤색 옷
Maroon clothes
밤색 구두
Maroon shoes
밤색 계열
Maroon tones/shades
Related Expressions
갈색
galsaek
Brown (general)
고동색
godongsaek
Dark brown/sepia
적갈색
jeokgalsaek
Reddish-brown
와인색
wainsaek
Wine color (similar to maroon, often used interchangeably)
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