Korean Dictionary
How to say "Olive" in Korean
“Olive” in Korean is 올리브색 (pronounced "Ollibeu-saek").
올리브색
Ollibeu-saek
Usage & Context
Ollibeu-saek is the Korean word for olive. Olive is associated with nature and earthiness in Korean design. It is popular in military-inspired fashion and natural aesthetics.
Example Sentence
올리브색 재킷이 멋있어요.
The olive jacket is cool.
How to use 올리브색 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Olive” is 올리브색, romanized as Ollibeu-saek.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
올리브 (ollibeu) sounds like 'oh-lee-buh' with the 'o' like in 'old' and 'beu' like 'buh' in 'butter'. 색 (saek) sounds like 'saek' as in 'sack' but with a softer 'k'. Together, it's 'Oh-lee-buh-saek'.
More Example Sentences
Discussing fashion trends.
올리브색 바지가 요즘 유행이래.
Olive pants are in style these days, I hear.
Talking about outdoor gear.
캠핑 갈 때 올리브색 텐트가 자연과 잘 어울려요.
An olive tent blends well with nature when camping.
Describing someone's unique features.
그녀는 올리브색 눈동자를 가지고 있어서 신비로워 보여요.
She has olive-colored eyes, so she looks mysterious.
Cultural Context
올리브색 (ollibeu-saek) is often associated with military-inspired fashion (밀리터리 룩) and outdoor activities in Korea. It conveys a sense of practicality, ruggedness, and natural earthiness. You'll frequently see it in casual wear, jackets, and accessories, especially among younger generations who favor a more relaxed, utilitarian style. It's also popular in interior design for a calm, natural aesthetic.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
올리브색 코트
Olive coat
올리브색 가방
Olive bag
올리브색 계열
Olive tones/shades
Related Expressions
카키색
khakisaek
Khaki color (often used interchangeably with olive)
국방색
gukbangsaek
Military green (literally 'national defense color')
녹색
noksaek
Green (general)
어두운 녹색
eoduun noksaek
Dark green
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