Korean Dictionary
How to say "Monochrome" in Korean
“Monochrome” in Korean is 모노톤 (pronounced "monoton").
모노톤
monoton
Usage & Context
Monochrome or 모노톤 refers to outfits in a single color or shades of one color. This minimalist style is very popular in Korean fashion. An all-black or all-white look is a monochrome classic.
Example Sentence
모노톤 코디가 심플하면서도 세련돼요.
Monochrome outfits are simple yet stylish.
How to use 모노톤 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Monochrome” is 모노톤, romanized as monoton.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
모노톤 (mo-no-ton) sounds like "moh-noh-tohn." The "모" is like "mo" in "more," "노" is like "no," and "톤" is like "tone" in English. The stress is fairly even across syllables.
More Example Sentences
Complimenting a friend's outfit.
오늘 모노톤으로 입고 왔네? 깔끔하다!
You came dressed in monochrome today? It's neat!
Discussing interior design choices.
모노톤 인테리어는 실패할 일이 없어요.
Monochrome interior design never fails.
Giving fashion advice to a friend.
블랙앤화이트 모노톤 코디가 제일 시크해 보여요.
Black and white monochrome styling looks the most chic.
Cultural Context
모노톤 (monoton) is a very popular and versatile style in Korean fashion, often seen in office wear, daily casual looks, and even K-pop idol styling. It conveys a sense of sophistication and minimalism. Many Korean brands emphasize clean lines and a neutral palette, making 모노톤 a go-to for a chic yet understated appearance. It's especially common in autumn/winter collections.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
모노톤 코디
monochrome outfit/styling
모노톤 패션
monochrome fashion
모노톤 룩
monochrome look
Related Expressions
단색
dan-saek
single color
무채색
mu-chae-saek
achromatic color (grayscale, black, white)
컬러풀
keolleopul
colorful (antonym)
미니멀리즘
minimallijeum
minimalism (related concept)
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