Korean Dictionary
How to say "White porcelain" in Korean
“White porcelain” in Korean is 백자 (pronounced "Baekja").
백자
Baekja
Usage & Context
Pure white Korean porcelain highly valued for its simplicity and elegance. Symbol of Korean aesthetic.
Example Sentence
백자는 한국 미학의 상징입니다.
White porcelain is a symbol of Korean aesthetics.
How to use 백자 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “White porcelain” is 백자, romanized as Baekja.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
백 (baek) sounds like 'back' in English. 자 (ja) sounds like 'jah' in 'jar' but without the 'r' sound. The stress is on the first syllable, 'Baek'.
More Example Sentences
Admiring an art piece in a gallery.
이 백자 달항아리는 정말 아름답네요.
This white porcelain moon jar is truly beautiful.
During an art history lecture.
조선시대 백자는 단순함의 미학을 보여줍니다.
Joseon white porcelain shows the aesthetics of simplicity.
Discussing contemporary art influences.
현대 미술가들도 백자의 형태에서 영감을 얻습니다.
Modern artists also draw inspiration from the forms of white porcelain.
Cultural Context
Baekja (백자), or white porcelain, is a quintessential symbol of Korean aesthetics, particularly from the Joseon Dynasty. Valued for its pure white color, elegant forms, and minimalist beauty, it represents Confucian ideals of purity and restraint. The 'moon jar' (달항아리, dalhangari), a large, spherical white porcelain jar, is especially iconic and beloved, often appearing in K-dramas or documentaries as a representation of traditional Korean artistry. Its understated elegance continues to influence modern Korean design and art.
Editorial note
We review entries like 백자 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
백자 달항아리
White porcelain moon jar
조선 백자
Joseon white porcelain
백자의 미
The beauty of white porcelain
Related Expressions
청자
cheongja
Celadon (greenish-blue pottery)
분청사기
buncheong sagi
Buncheong ware (stoneware with white slip)
달항아리
dalhangari
Moon jar (a specific type of white porcelain jar)
도자기
dojagi
Ceramics/Pottery (general term)
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