Korean Dictionary
How to say "Texture" in Korean
“Texture” in Korean is 질감 (pronounced "Jilgam").
질감
Jilgam
Usage & Context
The surface quality of an artwork, either actual or implied. Important in both traditional and digital Korean art.
Example Sentence
질감은 그림에 깊이를 더합니다.
Texture adds depth to a painting.
How to use 질감 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Texture” is 질감, romanized as Jilgam.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 질감.
Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, '질' (jil), sounds like 'Jill' in English. The second syllable, '감' (gam), sounds like 'gum' but with a slightly softer 'g' sound, similar to 'calm' without the 'l'. Put them together: 'Jill-gum'.
More Example Sentences
Shopping for clothes, appreciating the fabric.
이 니트 스웨터는 질감이 부드러워서 좋아요.
This knit sweater has a soft texture, so I like it.
Appreciating traditional crafts or ceramics.
도자기의 거친 질감이 매력적이에요.
The rough texture of the pottery is attractive.
Looking at a photograph, commenting on its detail.
사진에서 나무의 질감이 생생하게 느껴져요.
I can vividly feel the texture of the wood in the photo.
Cultural Context
In Korean culture, '질감' (jilgam) is a widely appreciated aesthetic element, not just in art but also in everyday life. For instance, the '질감' of food (e.g., chewy tteokbokki, soft tofu) is crucial to its appeal. In traditional crafts like hanji (Korean paper) or pottery, the unique tactile and visual '질감' is often a hallmark of quality and artistry, reflecting the maker's skill and the material's inherent beauty.
Editorial note
We review entries like 질감 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
질감이 좋다
to have a good texture
질감이 느껴지다
to feel the texture
부드러운 질감
soft texture
Related Expressions
촉감
chokgam
sense of touch, tactile feel
표면
pyomyeon
surface
재료
jaeryo
material
느낌
neukkim
feeling, sensation (broader term)
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