Korean Dictionary
How to say "Dresser" in Korean
“Dresser” in Korean is 화장대 (pronounced "Hwajangdae").
화장대
Hwajangdae
Usage & Context
Dressers with mirrors are popular in Korean bedrooms, used for applying makeup and organizing beauty products. Mirror dressers are especially popular among Korean women.
Example Sentence
화장대 앞에서 화장을 해요.
I do my makeup in front of the dresser.
How to use 화장대 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Dresser” is 화장대, romanized as Hwajangdae.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, '화' (hwa), sounds like 'hwah' in 'hwah-t', with 'hw' as in 'whale'. The second syllable, '장' (jang), sounds like 'jahng' in 'jahng-le', with 'j' as in 'jam'. The final syllable, '대' (dae), sounds like 'day' in English. The word is pronounced 'hwah-jahng-dae', with a slight emphasis on the first syllable.
More Example Sentences
Arranging new beauty products.
새로 산 화장품을 화장대 위에 정리했어요.
I organized the new cosmetics on the dresser.
Describing a daily routine.
어머니는 매일 아침 화장대 앞에서 화장을 하세요.
My mother does her makeup in front of the dresser every morning.
Reviewing or shopping for furniture.
이 화장대는 거울도 크고 수납 공간도 많아서 좋아요.
This dresser is good because it has a big mirror and lots of storage space.
Cultural Context
The '화장대' is a ubiquitous piece of furniture in Korean bedrooms, especially for women. It's more than just a general dresser; it specifically refers to a vanity table with a mirror, used for applying makeup, skincare, and hair styling. It often features multiple drawers for organizing cosmetics and beauty tools. In K-dramas, you'll frequently see characters sitting at their '화장대' as part of their morning or evening routine, highlighting its central role in personal grooming and beauty culture.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
화장대 거울
dresser mirror
화장대 의자
dresser chair/stool
화장대 정리
organizing the dresser
Related Expressions
거울
geoul
mirror
화장품
hwajangpum
cosmetics
서랍장
seorapjang
chest of drawers/dresser (general, without mirror)
침대
chimdae
bed (related bedroom furniture)
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