Korean word

옷차림

Pronunciation

Romanizationotcharim

Meaning

  • nounoutfit

Example

회의에 가려면 옷차림을 신경 써야 해.hoe ui e ka ryeo myeon ot cha ri meul sin gyeong sseo ya hae

If you are going to a meeting, you need to pay attention to your outfit.

Illustration for 옷차림 (outfit)

More examples

면접에는 단정한 옷차림이 중요해.myeon jeo be neun tan jeong han ot cha ri mi chung yo hae

A neat outfit is important for an interview.

Core concept

The visible style of someone's clothing and the impression that style makes.

Common phrases

  • 옷차림을 신경 쓰다ot cha ri meul sin gyeong sseu da

    pay attention to one's outfit

  • 옷차림이 단정하다ot cha ri mi tan jeong ha da

    be neatly dressed

  • 캐주얼한 옷차림kae ju eol han ot cha rim

    casual outfit

Similar words

차림charim: An overall appearance formed by clothing, hair, and accessories, including the feeling it gives.
복장pokjjang: Attire chosen to suit a particular situation, setting, or activity.
스타일seutail: A distinctive clothing look that shows a person's taste and preferences.
의상uisang: Clothing worn for a specific event, purpose, or performance.

Definition in Korean

입은 옷 자체와 그 옷이 주는 전체적 인상을 포괄하는 말.i beun ot cha che wa keu o si chu neun cheon che jeok in sang eul po gwal ha neun mal

Word origin

As a native Korean compound, it joins the idea of clothes with the idea of arranging or preparing oneself, which connects dress with overall presentation.

Usage tips

  • Comments about another person's clothing can feel personal, so context and a gentle tone matter when using this word in conversation.

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