Korean Dictionary
How to say “Royal azalea” in Korean
진달래
Jinalae
IntermediateNature
Usage & Context
Korea's national flower and a beloved symbol of spring. Blooms in pink-purple across mountainsides before leaves appear. Featured in Korean folk songs and poetry, notably Kim Sowol's famous poem 진달래꽃. Petals are edible — used in 화전 (flower pancakes) and 진달래화채 (azalea punch). Symbolizes longing and farewell.
Example Sentence
봄에 산에 진달래가 피면 정말 장관이에요.
When royal azaleas bloom on the mountains in spring, it's truly spectacular.
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