Korean Dictionary
How to say "Closet" in Korean
“Closet” in Korean is 옷장 (pronounced "otjang").
옷장
otjang
Usage & Context
A closet is a storage space for clothes. The term 옷장 is commonly used in Korean homes. Most Korean closets are built-in for space efficiency.
Example Sentence
옷장에서 옷을 꺼내요.
I take clothes out of the closet.
How to use 옷장 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Closet” is 옷장, romanized as otjang.
Usage tip
Practice this word inside a full daily-life sentence, because particles and sentence endings make the Korean sound natural.
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 옷장.
Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, "ot," sounds like a short, clipped "oht" (like in "hot" but shorter), with a soft, unreleased 't' at the end. The second syllable, "jang," sounds like "jahng" in "jangly." The stress is on the second syllable, "jang."
More Example Sentences
Dealing with a cluttered closet.
옷장 안에 옷이 너무 많아서 정리가 필요해요.
There are too many clothes in the closet, so I need to organize it.
Considering furniture shopping.
새 옷장을 살까 생각 중이에요.
I'm thinking about buying a new closet.
Storing seasonal items.
겨울옷은 옷장 깊숙이 넣어두었어요.
I put my winter clothes deep inside the closet.
Cultural Context
In Korean homes, especially apartments, space efficiency is key. Therefore, built-in closets (붙박이장, butbakijang) are very common and highly preferred over freestanding wardrobes (옷장) as they save floor space and offer a clean, integrated look. Many modern apartments feature a "dress room" (드레스룸, deureseureum), which is a dedicated walk-in closet, often connected to the master bedroom, a popular feature seen in K-dramas.
Editorial note
We review entries like 옷장 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
옷장을 열다
to open the closet
옷장 정리하다
to organize the closet
옷장에 옷을 넣다
to put clothes in the closet
Related Expressions
붙박이장
butbakijang
built-in closet
드레스룸
deureseureum
dress room / walk-in closet
서랍장
seorapjang
chest of drawers / dresser
옷걸이
otgeori
hanger
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