Korean Dictionary
How to say "Eyebrow Pencil" in Korean
“Eyebrow Pencil” in Korean is 눈썹 펜슬 (pronounced "Nunssop Pensel").
눈썹 펜슬
Nunssop Pensel
Usage & Context
An eyebrow pencil is used to define and fill in eyebrows. Natural, well-shaped eyebrows are a key part of Korean makeup.
Example Sentence
눈썹 펜슬로 눈썹을 자연스럽게 그려요.
I draw my eyebrows naturally with an eyebrow pencil.
How to use 눈썹 펜슬 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Eyebrow Pencil” is 눈썹 펜슬, romanized as Nunssop Pensel.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
'Nun' sounds like 'noon' as in midday. 'ssop' is like 'sop' with a slightly tensed 's' sound. 'Pen' is just like the English word 'pen,' and 'seul' is similar to 'sull' in 'sullen.'
More Example Sentences
Asking for recommendations at a beauty store.
어떤 눈썹 펜슬이 자연스럽게 그려져요?
Which eyebrow pencil draws naturally?
Explaining a step in a makeup routine.
저는 눈썹 펜슬로 빈 곳을 채워줘요.
I fill in sparse areas with an eyebrow pencil.
Reviewing a cosmetic product.
이 눈썹 펜슬은 지속력이 좋아서 하루 종일 안 지워져요.
This eyebrow pencil has good staying power, so it doesn't smudge all day.
Cultural Context
Natural, well-defined eyebrows are a cornerstone of the K-beauty look. While trends shift, the 'straight brow' look was particularly popular for many years, giving a youthful and innocent appearance. Eyebrow pencils are essential for achieving this, often used to fill in gaps and create a softer, more diffused line rather than a sharply sculpted one. Many Korean brands offer pencils with spoolie brushes for blending.
Editorial note
We review entries like 눈썹 펜슬 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
눈썹 펜슬로 그리다
to draw with an eyebrow pencil
눈썹 정리
eyebrow grooming
눈썹 채우다
to fill in eyebrows
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