Korean Dictionary
How to say "Thin Line" in Korean
“Thin Line” in Korean is 가는 선 (pronounced "Ganeun seon").
가는 선
Ganeun seon
Usage & Context
Ganeun seon is the Korean phrase for thin line. Thin lines are used in Korean design to create delicacy and refinement. They represent subtlety and elegance.
Example Sentence
가는 선이 우아해요.
The thin line is elegant.
How to use 가는 선 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Thin Line” is 가는 선, romanized as Ganeun seon.
Usage tip
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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 가는 선.
Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, '가' (ga), sounds like 'ga' in 'garden'. '는' (neun) sounds like 'neun' in 'nun'. '선' (seon) sounds like 'sun'. Combine them as 'Ga-neun seon'.
More Example Sentences
Describing the intricate details in an artwork.
그녀는 가는 선으로 섬세한 그림을 그렸어요.
She drew a delicate picture with thin lines.
Commenting on the appearance of a piece of jewelry.
가는 선으로 된 목걸이가 더 우아해 보여요.
A necklace made of thin lines looks more elegant.
Interpreting symbols on a map or diagram.
가는 선으로 표시된 길은 작은 골목길이에요.
The path marked with thin lines is a small alleyway.
Cultural Context
In traditional Korean crafts, such as Hanji (Korean paper) art or intricate embroidery, thin and delicate lines are frequently used to create a sense of refinement and detailed beauty. The term '가는' can also describe other fine or delicate things, like '가는 비' (ganeun bi - light rain/drizzle) or '가는 머리카락' (ganeun meorikarak - fine/thin hair), highlighting a cultural appreciation for subtlety and elegance.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
가는 비
light rain/drizzle
가는 머리카락
fine/thin hair
가는 허리
slender waist
Related Expressions
가늘다
ganeulda
to be thin/fine (base adjective)
굵은 선
gulgeun seon
thick line (antonym)
얇은 선
yalbeun seon
thin line (another way to say thin)
선
seon
line (base word)
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