Korean Dictionary
How to say "Printmaking" in Korean
“Printmaking” in Korean is 판화 (pronounced "Panhwa").
판화
Panhwa
Usage & Context
An important art form in Korean culture with ancient roots. Includes woodblock printing, which is a traditional Korean craft.
Example Sentence
판화는 한국의 전통 미술입니다.
Printmaking is a traditional Korean art.
How to use 판화 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Printmaking” is 판화, romanized as Panhwa.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Pronounced 'pan-hwa'. Two syllables: 'pan' (aspirated 'pahn'), 'hwa' (a quick 'hw' glide into 'ah').
More Example Sentences
considering a hobby
판화 수업을 들어 볼까 해요.
I'm thinking about taking a printmaking class.
art purchase
이 판화 작품이 한정판이에요.
This print is a limited edition.
art history
목판화와 동판화가 대표적이에요.
Woodcut and copper engraving are representative.
Cultural Context
판화 (版畵 'board picture') covers all forms of printmaking: 목판화 (woodcut), 동판화 (copper etching), 석판화 (lithograph), 실크스크린 (silkscreen). Korea has a rich tradition of woodblock printing — 팔만대장경 (Tripitaka Koreana) is the world's most extensive woodblock-printed Buddhist text collection. Modern 판화 galleries sell affordable limited-edition prints.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
판화가 매력적이에요.
Printmaking is fascinating.
판화 작품을 샀어요.
I bought a print artwork.
판화 전시회 가 봤어요?
Have you been to a print exhibition?
Related Expressions
목판화
mokpanhwa
woodcut print
동판화
dongpanhwa
copperplate etching
한정판
hanjeongpan
limited edition
에디션
edisyeon
edition
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