Korean Dictionary
How to say "Cotton" in Korean
“Cotton” in Korean is 면 (pronounced "myeon").
면
myeon
Korean usage reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Last reviewed June 4, 2026.
This page checks meaning, pronunciation, politeness level, and common learner mistakes.
Usage & Context
A natural fabric commonly used in Korean clothing. Known for comfort and breathability.
Example Sentence
면 셔츠는 편해요.
Cotton shirts are comfortable.
How to use 면 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Cotton” is 면, romanized as myeon.
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 면.
Pronunciation Guide
"Myeon" rhymes with the English word "neon" but starts with an 'm' sound. The 'yeo' vowel is similar to the 'yo' in "yogurt," but with a slightly more open 'o' sound.
More Example Sentences
Discussing comfortable and practical summer clothing.
여름에는 역시 면 티셔츠가 최고죠.
For summer, cotton t-shirts are the best, right?
Giving advice to a new parent about choosing baby clothes.
아기 옷은 면으로 된 게 좋아요.
Baby clothes should be made of cotton.
Highlighting the quality and skin-friendliness of bedding.
이 이불은 면 100%라서 피부에 좋아요.
This blanket is 100% cotton, so it's good for the skin.
Cultural Context
Cotton (면) is a highly favored fabric in Korea for everyday wear, especially due to its comfort and breathability, which are essential during humid summers. Many Korean clothing brands proudly emphasize using 100% 면 for basic items like t-shirts, underwear, and children's clothing, as it's widely perceived as gentle on the skin and durable. You'll frequently spot '면 100%' on clothing tags.
Editorial note
We review entries like 면 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. Last reviewed June 4, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
면 티셔츠
cotton t-shirt
면 바지
cotton pants
면 100%
100% cotton
Related Expressions
순면
sunmyeon
pure cotton
면직물
myeonjingmul
cotton fabric/textile
합성섬유
hapseongseomyu
synthetic fiber (antonym)
천연섬유
cheonyeonseomyu
natural fiber (broader category)
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