Korean Dictionary
How to say "Cat Scratch Post" in Korean
“Cat Scratch Post” in Korean is 스크래처 (pronounced "seukeulaecheo").
스크래처
seukeulaecheo
Usage & Context
A rough-textured post or board designed for cats to scratch on, helping them maintain their claws and mark territory. Scratch posts protect household furniture from feline claw damage.
Example Sentence
고양이가 소파를 긁지 않도록 스크래처를 사줬어요.
I bought a scratch post so the cat does not scratch the sofa.
How to use 스크래처 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Cat Scratch Post” is 스크래처, romanized as seukeulaecheo.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
This is a loanword, 스크래처 (seukeulaecheo), which sounds like 'soo-kruh-reh-chuh.' 'Soo' is like 'sue' but very short, 'kruh' is like 'crew' but with a short 'uh' sound, 'reh' is like 'red' without the 'd,' and 'chuh' is like 'chug' without the 'g.' The pronunciation is quite direct from the English 'scratcher.'
More Example Sentences
Protecting household furniture from cat damage.
고양이가 벽지를 긁어서 스크래처를 여러 개 뒀어요.
My cat scratched the wallpaper, so I put out several scratch posts.
Observing a pet's positive reaction to a new item.
새로운 스크래처를 사줬더니 고양이가 너무 좋아해요.
I bought a new scratch post, and my cat loves it.
Asking for recommendations on pet products.
어떤 스크래처가 고양이 발톱 건강에 좋을까요?
Which scratch post is good for cat claw health?
Cultural Context
With the rise of '집사' (jipsa, 'butler' - a popular term for cat owners) culture in Korea, '스크래처' (seukeulaecheo) has become an essential item in many homes. Korean pet stores and online platforms offer a vast array of scratch posts, from simple cardboard designs to elaborate cat trees, catering to the diverse preferences of both cats and their owners who want to protect their furniture.
Editorial note
We review entries like 스크래처 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
스크래처 사주다
to buy a scratch post
스크래처 긁다
to scratch a scratch post
고양이 용품
cat supplies
Related Expressions
고양이
goyangi
cat
발톱
baltop
claw, nail
긁다
geukda
to scratch
캣타워
kaettawo
cat tower (often includes scratchers)
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