Korean Dictionary
How to say "Denim" in Korean
“Denim” in Korean is 데님 (pronounced "denim").
데님
denim
Usage & Context
A sturdy cotton fabric used for jeans in Korea. Known for durability and casual style.
Example Sentence
데님 바지는 튼튼해요.
Denim pants are durable.
How to use 데님 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Denim” is 데님, romanized as denim.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The word "데님" (denim) is pronounced very close to the English word, like "DEH-nim." "데" (de) is like 'deh' in 'desk', and "님" (nim) is like 'nim' in 'nimble'. The stress is on the first syllable, 'DEH-nim'.
More Example Sentences
Complimenting a friend's outfit.
이 데님 재킷은 언제 입어도 멋있어요.
This denim jacket looks cool no matter when you wear it.
Discussing summer fashion trends.
여름에는 밝은 색 데님 반바지가 시원해 보여요.
In summer, light-colored denim shorts look cool.
Choosing an accessory for a relaxed outfit.
데님 소재 가방은 캐주얼하게 들기 좋아요.
A denim material bag is good for a casual look.
Cultural Context
Denim is a universal staple, and Korea is no exception. While "청바지" (cheongbaji), meaning 'blue pants,' is the common term for jeans, "데님" is used for the fabric itself or other denim items like jackets or skirts. Korean fashion often features unique denim washes, cuts, and distressed styles, especially popular among younger generations and K-pop idols.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
데님 바지
denim pants/jeans
데님 재킷
denim jacket
데님 스커트
denim skirt
Related Expressions
청바지
cheongbaji
jeans (literally 'blue pants')
면
myeon
cotton
캐주얼
kaejueol
casual
튼튼하다
teunteunhada
to be durable/sturdy
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