Korean Dictionary
How to say "Halter Top" in Korean
“Halter Top” in Korean is 홀터탑 (pronounced "holteo tap").
홀터탑
holteo tap
Usage & Context
Halter tops are tops with straps tied behind the neck, leaving the back exposed. They are popular summer fashion items in Korea. Korean beachside and summer festival fashion often features halter tops.
Example Sentence
여름에 홀터탑을 많이 입어요.
I wear halter tops a lot in summer.
How to use 홀터탑 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Halter Top” is 홀터탑, romanized as holteo tap.
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
For 홀터 (holteo), 'Hol' sounds like the English word 'hole', and 'teo' is like 'toe' but with a clear 't' sound. 탑 (tap) is pronounced exactly like the English word 'tap'.
More Example Sentences
Talking about vacation shopping with a friend.
여름 휴가 때 입으려고 홀터탑을 샀어요.
I bought a halter top to wear for my summer vacation.
Trying on clothes at a store.
이 홀터탑은 뒤가 시원하게 파여 있어서 좋아요.
This halter top is nice because the back is cool and open.
Describing a scene from a beach trip.
해변에서 홀터탑을 입은 사람들이 많았어요.
There were many people wearing halter tops at the beach.
Cultural Context
Halter tops are popular summer wear in Korea, especially for beach trips, festivals, or casual outings in hot weather. While generally accepted, some may consider them more revealing than typical Korean daily wear, so context matters. They are often paired with high-waisted shorts or skirts for a stylish summer look.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
홀터탑을 입다
to wear a halter top
홀터탑 코디
halter top coordination/outfit
시원한 홀터탑
cool halter top
Related Expressions
나시
nasi
sleeveless top (general term)
크롭탑
keurop tap
crop top
튜브탑
tyubeu tap
tube top
민소매
minsomae
sleeveless (adjective/noun)
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