Korean Dictionary
How to say "Dimple" in Korean
“Dimple” in Korean is 보조개 (pronounced "bojogae").
보조개
bojogae
Usage & Context
A small indentation in the cheek when smiling. Considered attractive in many cultures. Important for describing facial features.
Example Sentence
보조개가 있어요.
I have dimples.
How to use 보조개 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Dimple” is 보조개, romanized as bojogae.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The '보' (bo) sounds like 'bow' (as in bow and arrow), '조' (jo) like 'joe', and '개' (gae) like 'gay'. The stress is fairly even, with a natural flow.
More Example Sentences
Complimenting someone's charming smile.
웃을 때 생기는 보조개가 정말 귀여워요.
The dimples that appear when you smile are really cute.
Nostalgically observing old pictures.
어릴 적 사진을 보니 저도 보조개가 있었네요.
Looking at my childhood photos, I see I had dimples too.
Discussing a K-pop idol's popular feature.
그 아이돌은 보조개 때문에 팬들이 더 좋아하는 것 같아요.
Fans seem to like that idol even more because of their dimples.
Cultural Context
Dimples (보조개) are widely considered an attractive feature in Korea, often associated with cuteness and charm. Many K-pop idols and actors are known for their dimples, which are frequently highlighted by fans as a 'killing point' (매력 포인트, maeryeok point) – a particularly charming characteristic. It's very common to hear people complimenting someone's 보조개.
Editorial note
We review entries like 보조개 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
보조개가 예쁘다
Dimples are pretty
보조개 미소
Dimple smile
보조개가 깊다
Dimples are deep
Related Expressions
미소
miso
Smile
볼
bol
Cheek
매력
maeryeok
Charm/attraction
웃음
useum
Laughter
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