Korean Dictionary
How to say "Cookie" in Korean
“Cookie” in Korean is 쿠키 (pronounced "kuki").
쿠키
kuki
Usage & Context
Small data files stored on a user's device by websites. Cookies are used to remember user preferences and login information.
Example Sentence
쿠키를 삭제했어요.
I deleted the cookies.
How to use 쿠키 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Cookie” is 쿠키, romanized as kuki.
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 쿠키.
Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, '쿠' (ku), sounds like 'coo' as in 'cool'. The second syllable, '키' (ki), sounds like 'key'. The pronunciation is very straightforward and closely mimics the English word 'cookie', but with slightly crisper 'k' sounds.
More Example Sentences
A common pop-up message encountered on websites.
웹사이트 쿠키를 허용하시겠습니까?
Do you want to allow website cookies?
Explaining the effect of managing browser data.
쿠키를 삭제하면 로그인 정보가 사라져요.
If you delete cookies, your login information will disappear.
Giving advice on online security and data management.
개인정보 보호를 위해 쿠키 설정을 확인하세요.
Check your cookie settings for privacy protection.
Cultural Context
The term '쿠키' is a direct loanword from English and is used exclusively in the context of internet technology (HTTP cookies). It is distinct from the baked good, which is also called '쿠키' but the context clearly differentiates them. When referring to the snack, it's often pluralized or specified, like '초코칩 쿠키' (chocolate chip cookie).
Editorial note
We review entries like 쿠키 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
쿠키 허용
Allow cookies
쿠키 삭제
Delete cookies
쿠키 설정
Cookie settings
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