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34. Korean clothing vocabulary

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In our Korean learning journey, it is essential that we familiarize ourselves with basic vocabulary, including names of clothes. Understanding these words will not only help us communicate more effectively, but also allow us to better appreciate Korean culture. In this section of our ebook course, we will learn about clothing vocabulary in Korean.

For starters, the Korean word for "clothing" is '옷' (Ot). But, of course, there are many different types of clothing, so let's get into the details.

The term for shirt is '셔츠' (syoecheu), while the term for blouse is '블라우스' (beulla-useu). If you are looking for a sweater, you would ask for a '스웨터' (your-weteo). A jacket is called '자켓' (jakes), while a coat is '코트' (koteu).

Regarding undergarments, pants are called '바지' (baji), while a skirt is '치마' (chima). If you are looking for shorts, you would ask for '반바지' (banbaji).

Now, let's talk about underwear. Underwear is usually referred to as '속옷' (sogot). A bra is called '브래지어' (beulaeji-eo), while underpants are called '팬티' (paenti).

For sleepwear, you would use the word '잠옷' (jamot). And if you're going to the beach and need a bikini, you can use the word '비키니' (bikini).

Regarding accessories, a hat is called '모자' (moja), while a tie is '넥타이' (nektai). If you are looking for a scarf, you can use the word '스카프' (yourukapeu).

Finally, let's talk about shoes. The Korean word for shoe is '신발' (sinbal). If you are looking for sneakers, you would use the word '운동화' (undonghwa). For sandals you would say '샌들' (saendeul), and for boots you would use '부츠' (buseu).

We hope that knowing these clothing words in Korean can help you communicate more effectively and feel more comfortable when shopping or discussing clothing in Korea. Remember, practice is key to mastering a new language, so keep practicing these words and phrases until they become second nature.

In the next section of our eBook, we'll continue to expand our Korean vocabulary, focusing on words and phrases you might use when eating out in Korea. Stay tuned and keep studying!

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