Korean Dictionary
How to say "Mint" in Korean
“Mint” in Korean is 민트 (pronounced "Minteu").
민트
Minteu
Usage & Context
Minteu is the Korean word for mint green. Mint is associated with freshness and coolness in Korean culture. It is very popular in Korean cosmetics and summer fashion.
Example Sentence
민트 아이스크림을 좋아해요.
I like mint ice cream.
How to use 민트 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Mint” is 민트, romanized as Minteu.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
민 (Min) sounds like 'min' as in 'mint' (the herb). 트 (teu) sounds like 'teu' as in 'two' but with a very light 't' and a short 'eu' vowel sound (like the 'u' in 'putt'). Combine as 'Min-teu', with the 'eu' being a very subtle, almost swallowed vowel.
More Example Sentences
Admiring a beautifully made dessert.
민트색 마카롱이 너무 예뻐서 먹기 아까워요.
The mint-colored macaron is so pretty, it's a shame to eat it.
Talking about appropriate summer fashion.
여름에는 민트색 옷이 시원해 보여요.
Mint-colored clothes look cool in summer.
Asking someone about their favorite ice cream flavor.
민트 초코 아이스크림 좋아하세요?
Do you like mint chocolate ice cream?
Cultural Context
민트 (minteu) refers to mint green, a highly trendy and refreshing color in Korea, particularly popular during spring and summer. It's widely adopted in cosmetics packaging, fashion, and cafe interiors to evoke a sense of coolness, freshness, and modern aesthetic. The 'mint chocolate' flavor (민트 초코) is also a significant cultural phenomenon in Korea, often sparking passionate debates online between those who love it and those who dislike it.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
민트색 옷
mint-colored clothes
민트 초코
mint chocolate
민트 향
mint scent / flavor
Related Expressions
연두색
yeondusaek
yellowish-green / light green
초록색
choroksaek
green (general term)
시원하다
siwonhada
to be cool / refreshing
상큼하다
sangkeumhada
to be fresh / zesty
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