Korean Dictionary
How to say "Gloves" in Korean
“Gloves” in Korean is 장갑 (pronounced "janggap").
장갑
janggap
Usage & Context
Hand coverings worn for warmth and protection in Korean winter. Essential for extreme cold weather.
Example Sentence
겨울에 장갑을 껴요.
I wear gloves in winter.
How to use 장갑 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Gloves” is 장갑, romanized as janggap.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 장갑.
Pronunciation Guide
'Jang' sounds like 'jang' in 'janggle'. 'Gap' sounds like 'gap' in 'gap' (as in a space between two things). The 'p' at the end of 'gap' is unreleased, meaning you close your lips but don't fully release the air, making it a soft, clipped sound. The stress is fairly even.
More Example Sentences
Preparing for a winter sport or outdoor activity.
스키 타러 갈 때 꼭 장갑을 챙겨야 해요.
You must bring gloves when going skiing.
Reacting to cold weather conditions.
추운 날씨에 손이 시려서 장갑을 꼈어요.
My hands were cold in the chilly weather, so I put on gloves.
Discussing modern features of winter accessories.
이 장갑은 스마트폰 터치가 돼요.
These gloves are touchscreen compatible.
Cultural Context
Gloves are an absolute necessity during the harsh Korean winter, especially in cities like Seoul where temperatures can drop significantly below freezing. Many Koreans wear thick, insulated gloves or mittens to stay warm. It's common to see people wearing touchscreen-compatible gloves to use their smartphones outdoors without freezing their hands.
Editorial note
We review entries like 장갑 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
장갑을 끼다
to wear gloves (literally 'insert' or 'put on')
장갑을 벗다
to take off gloves
따뜻한 장갑
warm gloves
Related Expressions
벙어리장갑
beongeori-janggap
mittens
목도리
mokdori
muffler/winter scarf
귀마개
gwimagae
earmuffs
핫팩
hatpaek
hot pack/hand warmer
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