Korean Dictionary
How to say "Picture Frame" in Korean
“Picture Frame” in Korean is 액자 (pronounced "Aegja").
액자
Aegja
Usage & Context
Picture frames are used to display photos and artwork in Korean homes. Family photos displayed in frames are a common sight in Korean living rooms.
Example Sentence
거실 벽에 가족사진 액자를 걸었어요.
I hung a family photo frame on the living room wall.
How to use 액자 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Picture Frame” is 액자, romanized as Aegja.
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
Pronounce '액자' as 'Aek-ja'. '액' sounds like 'ack' in 'tack' but with a very light 'k' sound, almost like a glottal stop. '자' sounds like 'ja' in 'jar'.
More Example Sentences
Deciding on a photo for a new frame.
이 액자에 어떤 사진을 넣을까요?
What photo should I put in this frame?
Expressing appreciation for a gift.
친구가 선물해 준 액자가 정말 예뻐요.
The picture frame my friend gave me as a gift is really pretty.
Decorating a room.
벽에 액자를 여러 개 걸어두면 분위기가 살아요.
If you hang several frames on the wall, the atmosphere comes alive.
Cultural Context
Family photos displayed in '액자' are a very common sight in Korean living rooms, often taking a prominent spot. Photos from significant life events like '돌잔치' (doljanchi, first birthday party) are frequently framed. '액자' can refer to frames for both photographs and artwork, and Koreans often use them to personalize their living spaces, reflecting family values and aesthetic preferences.
Editorial note
We review entries like 액자 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
액자를 걸다
to hang a frame
액자에 사진을 넣다
to put a photo in a frame
가족사진 액자
family photo frame
Related Expressions
사진
sajin
photo
그림
geurim
picture, drawing
벽
byeok
wall
장식품
jangsikpum
decorative item
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