Korean Dictionary
How to say "Coat Rack" in Korean
“Coat Rack” in Korean is 옷걸이대 (pronounced "Otgeorihdae").
옷걸이대
Otgeorihdae
Usage & Context
Coat racks in the entryway are common in Korean homes for hanging outerwear before entering the living space. They help keep Korean homes organized.
Example Sentence
현관에 옷걸이대가 있어서 외투를 편하게 걸어요.
Having a coat rack at the entrance makes it easy to hang outerwear.
How to use 옷걸이대 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Coat Rack” is 옷걸이대, romanized as Otgeorihdae.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
옷 (ot) sounds like 'oht' (like 'oat' but with a short, clipped 't' sound). 걸 (geol) sounds like 'gul' in 'gull'. 이 (i) sounds like 'ee' in 'see'. 대 (dae) sounds like 'day' in 'daylight'. When spoken quickly, the 'ㅅ' in '옷' often assimilates, making it sound closer to 'ot-kkeo-ri-dae'.
More Example Sentences
Entering a home and organizing belongings.
현관에 옷걸이대가 있어서 외투를 바로 걸 수 있어요.
There's a coat rack at the entrance, so I can hang my outerwear right away.
Shopping for home furniture.
이 옷걸이대는 디자인도 예쁘고 실용적이에요.
This coat rack has a pretty design and is practical.
Hosting guests at home.
손님들이 오면 옷걸이대에 코트를 걸어드려요.
When guests come, I hang their coats on the coat rack.
Cultural Context
An '옷걸이대' (coat rack) is a common and practical item in Korean homes, typically placed near the entrance (현관). It's customary to remove outerwear and shoes immediately upon entering a home to maintain cleanliness in the living space. Having a dedicated coat rack helps uphold this etiquette and keeps the entryway tidy, reflecting Korean values of order and respect for the home environment.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
외투는 옷걸이대에 걸어주세요.
Please hang your outerwear on the coat rack.
옷걸이대 어디에 둘까요?
Where should I put the coat rack?
옷걸이대가 필요해요.
I need a coat rack.
Related Expressions
옷걸이
otgeori
Hanger (for individual clothes)
행거
haenggeo
Clothes rack (often a rail, sometimes portable)
신발장
sinbaljang
Shoe cabinet
현관
hyeongan
Entrance/Entryway
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