Korean Dictionary
How to say "Business casual" in Korean
“Business casual” in Korean is 비즈니스 캐주얼 (pronounced "bijeunis-kaejuol").
비즈니스 캐주얼
bijeunis-kaejuol
Usage & Context
Semi-formal clothing worn in professional settings in Korea. Popular in modern Korean workplaces.
Example Sentence
비즈니스 캐주얼은 편하고 정장 같아요.
Business casual is comfortable and looks formal.
How to use 비즈니스 캐주얼 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Business casual” is 비즈니스 캐주얼, romanized as bijeunis-kaejuol.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
'비즈니스 캐주얼' (bijeunis-kaejuol) is pronounced 'bee-jeu-nee-seu kae-joo-uhl'. 'Bee' like the insect. 'Jeu' like 'juh' in 'jug'. 'Nee' like 'knee'. 'Seu' like 'soo' but with a soft 's'. 'Kae' like 'ca' in 'cat'. 'Joo' like 'jew' in 'jewel'. 'Uhl' is a quick 'ol' sound. The main stresses are on 'bi' and 'kae'.
More Example Sentences
Explaining workplace rules.
우리 회사는 복장 규정이 비즈니스 캐주얼이에요.
Our company's dress code is business casual.
Describing the style.
비즈니스 캐주얼은 편안하면서도 격식을 갖춘 느낌을 줘요.
Business casual gives a comfortable yet formal impression.
Asking for advice on interview attire.
면접 때 비즈니스 캐주얼을 입어도 괜찮을까요?
Is it okay to wear business casual for the interview?
Cultural Context
Business casual has gained significant traction in modern Korean workplaces, especially in IT, startups, and creative fields. It strikes a balance between the strictness of a full suit ('정장') and the informality of casual wear ('캐주얼복'). It typically involves tailored trousers or skirts, blouses/shirts, blazers, and neat shoes, generally avoiding jeans or sneakers. Its exact interpretation can vary by company.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
비즈니스 캐주얼 복장
Business casual attire
비즈니스 캐주얼 스타일
Business casual style
비즈니스 캐주얼 데이
Business casual day (e.g., Friday)
Related Expressions
세미 정장
semi jeongjang
Semi-formal suit (similar concept)
오피스룩
opiseu-ruk
Office look (general term for office attire)
스마트 캐주얼
seumateu kaejuol
Smart casual (very similar, sometimes interchangeable)
단정한 복장
danjeonghan bokjang
Neat attire (general requirement)
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