Korean Dictionary
How to say "Mild" in Korean
“Mild” in Korean is 온화한 (pronounced "onhwahan").
온화한
onhwahan
Usage & Context
Indicates moderate, comfortable temperature. Mild weather is ideal for outdoor activities and is appreciated by Koreans. Often used to describe spring and autumn.
Example Sentence
오늘 날씨가 온화해요.
The weather is mild today.
How to use 온화한 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Mild” is 온화한, romanized as onhwahan.
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 온화한.
Pronunciation Guide
온 (on) sounds like 'own' in 'owner'. 화 (hwa) sounds like 'hwa' in 'flower' (without the 'f'). 한 (han) sounds like 'han' in 'hand'. The pronunciation is relatively straightforward for English speakers.
Formal & Casual Forms
Formal (존댓말)
온화합니다
onhwahamnida
Formal declarative ending for the adjective '온화하다'.
Casual (반말)
온화해
onhwahae
Casual declarative ending for the adjective '온화하다'.
More Example Sentences
Talking about seasonal weather characteristics of Korea.
한국의 봄은 온화한 날씨로 유명해요.
Korean spring is famous for its mild weather.
Describing a gentle and agreeable personality.
그는 성격이 온화해서 누구와도 잘 지내요.
He has a mild personality, so he gets along well with everyone.
Describing the geographical climate of an area.
이 지역은 일 년 내내 온화한 기후를 가지고 있어요.
This region has a mild climate all year round.
Cultural Context
'온화한' is primarily used to describe pleasant, moderate temperatures, particularly during the beloved spring and autumn seasons in Korea. These '온화한 날씨' days are highly appreciated for outdoor activities like hiking or picnicking. Interestingly, '온화한' can also describe a person's personality, meaning gentle, mild-mannered, or calm, highlighting how weather descriptions often parallel human characteristics in Korean expressions.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
온화한 날씨
Mild weather
온화한 성격
Mild personality
온화한 기후
Mild climate
Related Expressions
포근한
pogeunhan
cozy, mild (often used for slightly warmer, gentle mildness)
혹독한
hokdokhan
harsh, severe (e.g., 혹독한 추위 - severe cold)
부드러운
budeureoun
soft, gentle (often for personality or texture)
따뜻한
ttatteuthan
warm (a bit warmer than 온화한, but still pleasant)
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