Korean Dictionary
How to say "Cufflinks" in Korean
“Cufflinks” in Korean is 커프링크 (pronounced "keop-ringkeu").
커프링크
keop-ringkeu
Usage & Context
Decorative fasteners worn on shirt cuffs for formal occasions in Korea. Essential for formal business wear.
Example Sentence
커프링크는 정장 같아요.
Cufflinks look formal.
How to use 커프링크 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Cufflinks” is 커프링크, romanized as keop-ringkeu.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
커 (keo) sounds like 'kuh' in 'cup'. 프 (peu) sounds like 'p' with a very light 'u' at the end. 링 (ring) sounds like 'ring'. 크 (keu) sounds like 'k' with a very light 'u' at the end. Combine as 'kuh-p-ring-kuh', with the 'u' sounds being very subtle.
More Example Sentences
Receiving a thoughtful present.
결혼 선물로 커프링크를 받았어요.
I received cufflinks as a wedding gift.
Shopping for a formal shirt.
이 셔츠는 커프링크를 착용할 수 있어요.
This shirt can be worn with cufflinks.
Observing someone's elegant style.
그의 커프링크는 항상 고급스러워 보여요.
His cufflinks always look luxurious.
Cultural Context
Cufflinks are highly associated with formal business attire and special occasions in Korea. They are not part of everyday office wear for most, but rather reserved for suits with French cuffs, often for high-level executives, weddings, or significant formal events. Gifting cufflinks can be a sophisticated gesture, conveying professionalism, elegance, and attention to detail, especially in business settings where image is important.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
커프링크를 착용하다
To wear cufflinks
커프링크 선물
Cufflink gift
고급 커프링크
Luxury cufflinks
Related Expressions
정장
jeongjang
Suit
셔츠
syeocheu
Shirt
액세서리
aeksesori
Accessory
고급스럽다
gogeupsseureopda
To be luxurious/high-class
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