재스민
jaeseumin
The English word jasmine is translated into Korean as 재스민 (jaeseumin). Wiktionary also lists 말리화 (mallihwa).
Meaning: plant of genus Jasminum (noun)
Ways to say it
| Korean | Romanization (Wiktionary) |
|---|---|
| 재스민 | jaeseumin |
| 말리화 | mallihwa |
This term refers to a plant of the genus Jasminum.
Which one should you use?
재스민 is the most common way to refer to jasmine, typically used as a loanword from English. 말리화 is another form for the plant.
How do you pronounce it?
jaeseumin
Did you know?
- The term 말리화 consists of 말리, a phonetic transcription of the Sanskrit word for jasmine, and 화, the 'Hanja' character for 'flower'.
- While 재스민 is common, the traditional term 말리화 is deeply linked to the famous Chinese folk song 'Mo Li Hua', which is often performed in Korea as a piece of classical music.
- Modern Korean skincare brands frequently use 재스민 in English letters alongside the Korean script to make the product feel more 'global' and luxurious.
Examples in context
- 재스민 향기가 정말 좋아요.jaeseumin hyanggiga jeongmal joayo.The scent of jasmine is really good.
- 이 꽃은 재스민이에요.i kkoceun jaeseumineyo.This flower is jasmine.
- 재스민 차를 한 잔 마실래요?jaeseumin chareul han jan masillaeyo?Would you like a cup of jasmine tea?
Example conversation
Subin and Hyunwoo are visiting a botanical garden.
- 수빈 Su-bin현우 씨, 이 꽃 이름이 뭐예요?Hyeon-u ssi, i kkot ireumi mwo-yeyo?Hyunwoo, what is the name of this flower?
- 현우 Hyeon-woo이건 하얀색 재스민이에요.igeon hayansaek jaeseumin-ieyo.This is a white jasmine.
- 수빈 Su-bin향기가 정말 달콤하네요.hyang-giga jeongmal dalkom-haneyo.The scent is really sweet.
- 현우 Hyeon-woo맞아요, 정말 좋은 냄새예요.majayo, jeongmal joeun naemsaeyeyo.You're right, it smells wonderful.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “jasmine” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
