Korean word

실크

Pronunciation

Romanizationsilkeu

Meaning

  • nounsilk

Example

이 셔츠는 실크처럼 부드럽다.i syeo cheu neun sil keu cheo reom pu deu reop tta

This shirt is as soft as silk.

Illustration for 실크 (silk)

More examples

잠들 때는 실크 베개커버를 사용해요.cham deul ttae neun sil keu pe gae keo beo reul sa yong hae yo

I use a silk pillowcase at bedtime.

Core concept

Fine threads woven into a smooth, glossy fabric with a soft feel.

Common phrases

  • 실크 셔츠sil keu syeo cheu

    silk shirt

  • 실크 드레스sil keu teu re seu

    silk dress

  • 실크 베개커버sil keu pe gae keo beo

    silk pillowcase

Similar words

비단pidan: A glossy, elegant woven fabric traditionally used in Korean dress and ceremonial clothing.
면myeon: A soft, absorbent fabric made from cotton fibers and widely used for everyday clothing.
폴리에스터pollieseuteo: A man-made fabric that dries quickly and resists wrinkles in clothing and other items.
울ul: A warm fabric made from sheep's wool that helps retain body heat.

Definition in Korean

부드럽고 광택이 나는 실로 만든 직물이나 그 재료.pu deu reop kko kwang tae gi na neun sil lo man deun ching mu ri na keu chae ryo

Word origin

This noun is borrowed from English silk, which ultimately comes through Latin sericum from Greek serikos.

Usage tips

  • On clothing labels, it commonly identifies the material of a shirt, scarf, or other garment.

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