Korean Dictionary
How to say "Woodblock print" in Korean
“Woodblock print” in Korean is 목판화 (pronounced "Mokpanhwa").
목판화
Mokpanhwa
Usage & Context
A traditional Korean printmaking technique with roots in Buddhist art. Still practiced by contemporary Korean artists.
Example Sentence
목판화는 한국의 오래된 예술입니다.
Woodblock printing is an ancient Korean art.
How to use 목판화 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Woodblock print” is 목판화, romanized as Mokpanhwa.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, 목 (mok), sounds like 'moke' as in 'smoke' but without the 's'. The second syllable, 판 (pan), sounds like 'pahn' as in 'panoramic'. The last syllable, 화 (hwa), sounds like 'hwah' as in 'Hwaseong'. Combine them for 'Moke-pahn-hwah', with fairly even stress.
More Example Sentences
Describing an ancient artwork in a museum.
이 목판화는 고려 시대 작품이에요.
This woodblock print is a Goryeo Dynasty piece.
Discussing modern art trends and techniques.
현대 미술가들도 목판화를 많이 사용해요.
Contemporary artists also use woodblock prints a lot.
Sharing a recent hobby or cultural experience.
목판화 체험 워크숍에 참여해봤어요.
I participated in a woodblock print experience workshop.
Cultural Context
목판화 (Mokpanhwa) holds a significant place in Korean history, famously used for printing Buddhist scriptures like the Tripitaka Koreana. These intricate woodblocks were essential for disseminating knowledge and religious texts. While deeply rooted in ancient traditions, contemporary Korean artists are actively reinterpreting 목판화, blending traditional techniques with modern themes to create new artistic expressions, making it a living art form.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
목판화 전시회
woodblock print exhibition
전통 목판화
traditional woodblock print
목판화 기법
woodblock printing technique
Related Expressions
판화
panhwa
printmaking / print
목판
mokpan
woodblock
조각
jogak
carving / sculpture
인쇄
inswae
printing
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