Korean Dictionary
How to say "Hook" in Korean
“Hook” in Korean is 훅 (pronounced "Huk").
훅
Huk
Usage & Context
A catchy musical phrase or lyric that is easy to remember and repeat. The most memorable part of a song.
Example Sentence
훅이 중독적이에요.
The hook is addictive.
How to use 훅 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Hook” is 훅, romanized as Huk.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
훅 (huk) sounds exactly like the English word 'hook', but with a slightly shorter 'oo' sound, similar to the 'oo' in 'book'. It's very straightforward to pronounce.
More Example Sentences
Describing a particularly catchy song.
이 노래는 훅이 너무 중독적이라 계속 흥얼거리게 돼요.
This song's hook is so addictive that I keep humming it.
Discussing the importance of hooks in the K-pop industry.
K-pop 아이돌 곡들은 훅이 강해야 성공할 수 있어요.
K-pop idol songs need strong hooks to succeed.
Offering a critical opinion on a new song.
그 가수의 신곡은 훅이 없어서 좀 아쉬웠어요.
That singer's new song lacked a hook, which was a bit disappointing.
Cultural Context
훅 (huk) is a direct loanword from English 'hook' and is an absolutely critical term in the Korean music industry, especially K-pop. A strong, memorable hook—whether a musical phrase, a lyric, or a dance move—is often considered the key to a song's viral success and widespread appeal. K-pop groups meticulously craft their hooks to be instantly recognizable and highly addictive, ensuring the song sticks in listeners' minds.
Editorial note
We review entries like 훅 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
훅이 좋다
The hook is good
중독적인 훅
Addictive hook
킬링 파트
Killing part (often the most impactful part, which can be the hook)
Related Expressions
중독성
jungdokseong
Addictiveness
멜로디
mellodi
Melody
후렴
huryeom
Refrain/Chorus
포인트
pointeu
Point/Highlight
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