Korean word

미장원

Pronunciation

Romanizationmijangwon

Meaning

  • nounhair salon

Example

오늘 미장원에 가서 머리를 잘랐어.o neul mi jang wo ne ka seo meo ri reul chal la sseo

I went to the hair salon today and got my hair cut.

Illustration for 미장원 (hair salon)

More examples

다음 주에 미장원에 가기로 했어.ta eum chu e mi jang wo ne ka gi ro hae sseo

I decided to go to the hair salon next week.

Core concept

A place where people get their hair and makeup done.

Common phrases

  • 미장원에 가다mi jang wo ne ka da

    go to the hair salon

  • 미장원에 다니다mi jang wo ne ta ni da

    go to the hair salon regularly

  • 미장원에 예약하다mi jang wo ne ye ya ka da

    book an appointment at the hair salon

Similar words

미용실miyongsil: A salon that provides haircuts, coloring, and styling services.
헤어샵heeosyap: A shop where hair is cut and styled into a desired look.
이발소ibalso: A grooming shop for men's short haircuts and beard or mustache care.
뷰티살롱pyutisallong: A salon offering beauty treatments for hair, skin, and overall appearance.

Definition in Korean

머리 손질과 메이크업 등으로 사람의 외모를 가꾸는 서비스를 제공하는 장소meo ri son jil gwa me i keu eop teung eu ro sa ra mui oe mo reul ka kku neun seo bi seu reul che gong ha neun chang so

Word origin

The Sino-Korean name combines terms for beautification and an establishment, giving the sense of a place for improving one's appearance.

Usage tips

  • Although English speakers often take hair salon to mean mainly hair care, this Korean term can also cover makeup and broader appearance care.

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