Nuance Dictionary / Colors & Visual Vibrancy
알록달록 al-lok-dal-lok
Colorful, vibrant, and multi-colored in a cute, pretty, or festive way
What does 알록달록 mean?
알록달록 (al-lok-dal-lok) means: Colorful, vibrant, and multi-colored in a cute, pretty, or festive way.
A very positive, cheerful word for something with many bright colors, like autumn leaves or candy.
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How it's actually used
- 가을 산에 단풍이 알록달록하게 물들었어요.
gaeul sane danpungi allokdallokhage muldeureosseoyo.
The autumn mountain has been dyed in vibrant, colorful hues.
💡 Commonly used for autumn leaves, flowers, or children's toys. - 케이크 위에 알록달록한 사탕을 장식했어요.
keikeu wie allokdallokhan satangeul jangsikhaesseoyo.
I decorated the cake with colorful candies.
💡 Great for describing cheerful, multi-colored food or decorations. - 유치원 운동장에 알록달록한 풍선들이 예쁘게 매달려 있었다.
yuchiwon undongjange allokdallokhan pungseondeuri yeppeuge maedalyeo isseotda.
Colorful, vibrant balloons were prettily hanging all over the kindergarten playground.
💡 Conveys a cheerful, festive multicolored aesthetic.
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