Korean Dictionary
How to say "Fanny Pack" in Korean
“Fanny Pack” in Korean is 힙색 (pronounced "hipchaek").
힙색
hipchaek
Usage & Context
Fanny packs or 힙색 are small bags worn around the waist. They became very trendy in Korea as a functional and fashionable accessory. Korean outdoor and travel fashion often features colorful fanny packs.
Example Sentence
힙색이 편리해서 여행할 때 자주 사용해요.
Fanny packs are convenient so I use them often when traveling.
How to use 힙색 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Fanny Pack” is 힙색, romanized as hipchaek.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The word '힙색' is pronounced 'hip-saek'. '힙' sounds like the English word 'hip', as in 'hip-hop'. '색' sounds like 'saek', similar to 'sack' but with a slightly sharper 's' sound.
More Example Sentences
Discussing everyday convenience of a fanny pack.
힙색에 지갑이랑 핸드폰 넣고 다니면 편해요.
It's convenient to carry my wallet and phone in a fanny pack.
Observing a current fashion trend for outdoor activities.
요즘 아웃도어 활동할 때 힙색 많이 메더라고요.
People wear a lot of fanny packs these days when doing outdoor activities.
Expressing interest in purchasing a specific fanny pack.
그 브랜드 힙색 디자인이 정말 예뻐서 하나 사고 싶어요.
That brand's fanny pack design is really pretty, I want to buy one.
Cultural Context
Once considered a 'dad bag,' the 힙색 (hipchaek) has made a huge comeback in Korea, especially among younger generations and fashion-conscious individuals. It's now a trendy and practical accessory, often seen in K-pop idol fashion, street style, and outdoor/travel wear. Many Korean brands offer stylish and colorful versions, making it a versatile item for various looks.
Editorial note
We review entries like 힙색 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
힙색 메다
to wear a fanny pack
힙색 코디
fanny pack coordination/styling
힙색 패션
fanny pack fashion
Related Expressions
가방
gabang
bag
백팩
baekpaek
backpack
크로스백
keuroseubaek
cross bag
파우치
pauchi
pouch
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