English–Korean

“vest” in Korean

Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationchokki

Example

조끼를 입고 있어요.cho kki reul ip kko i sseo yo

I'm wearing a vest.

Illustration for 조끼 (vest)

How to say “vest” in Korean

“Vest” in Korean is 조끼 (chokki).

A sleeveless outer layer that covers the torso and adds a visible accent over other clothes.

Full entry for 조끼: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 조끼

춥길래 조끼를 하나 더 껴입었어요.chup kkil lae cho kki reul ha na teo kkyeo i beo sseo yo

I put on another vest because it was cold.

Tips for using 조끼

  • In British English, vest can mean an undershirt, so clothing context helps distinguish this outer layer from underwear.

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