Korean Dictionary
How to say "Body Shape" in Korean
“Body Shape” in Korean is 체형 (pronounced "chehyeong").
체형
chehyeong
Usage & Context
The overall shape and form of the body. Used in medical and everyday contexts. Important for discussing body composition.
Example Sentence
체형이 좋아요.
Your body shape is good.
How to use 체형 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Body Shape” is 체형, romanized as chehyeong.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 체형.
Pronunciation Guide
'che' sounds like 'cheh' in 'check'. 'hyeong' is pronounced like 'hyung' in 'hyung-rye' (a common Korean name component), with a soft 'h' sound that almost blends into the 'yeong'.
More Example Sentences
Trying on clothes and finding they don't suit one's figure.
그 옷은 제 체형에 잘 맞지 않아요.
Those clothes don't fit my body shape well.
Discussing fitness and body sculpting trends.
운동으로 체형을 가꾸는 사람들이 많아요.
Many people cultivate their body shape through exercise.
General advice on fashion and personal style.
사람마다 체형이 달라서 옷을 고를 때 고려해야 해요.
Everyone has a different body shape, so you need to consider it when choosing clothes.
Cultural Context
Body shape ('체형') is a significant aspect of beauty standards and fashion in Korea. Terms like 'S라인' (S-line, referring to a curvy figure) or '슬림한 체형' (seullimhan chehyeong, slim body shape) are commonly used in media and daily conversations. Many fashion brands cater to specific '체형' types, and '체형 관리' (chehyeong gwalli, body shape management) is a popular concept.
Editorial note
We review entries like 체형 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
체형 관리
body shape management
체형 보정
body shape correction/enhancement
체형에 맞다
to fit one's body shape
Related Expressions
몸매
mommae
figure, physique (often implies a good figure)
체격
chegyeok
physique, build (more about robustness or overall size)
외모
oemo
appearance
몸
mom
body
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