Korean Dictionary
How to say "Jewellery" in Korean
“Jewellery” in Korean is 쥬얼리 (pronounced "Jyueolli").
쥬얼리
Jyueolli
Usage & Context
Jewellery is an important fashion accessory in Korean culture. Korean jewellery tends toward delicate minimalist designs and layered necklaces are particularly popular.
Example Sentence
쥬얼리 하나로 전체 룩이 완성돼요.
One piece of jewellery completes the whole look.
How to use 쥬얼리 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Jewellery” is 쥬얼리, romanized as Jyueolli.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
'쥬얼리' (Jyueolli) is pronounced 'joo-ul-lee'. The '쥬' (jyu) sounds like 'joo' in 'juice'. The '얼' (eol) is like 'ul' in 'gull', and '리' (li) is like 'lee' in 'sleepy'. The 'l' sound is soft, similar to the English 'l'.
More Example Sentences
Describing someone's personal style.
그녀는 항상 심플한 쥬얼리를 착용해요.
She always wears simple jewellery.
Someone sharing news about a gift.
생일 선물로 예쁜 쥬얼리를 받았어요.
I received beautiful jewellery as a birthday present.
A salesperson recommending an item.
이 쥬얼리는 어떤 옷에도 잘 어울려요.
This jewellery goes well with any outfit.
Cultural Context
In Korea, '쥬얼리' is a key element of personal style, often leaning towards delicate, minimalist designs that can be layered or worn daily. Unlike some Western cultures where bold, statement pieces are common, Korean jewellery trends often favor subtle elegance. K-drama actresses and K-pop idols frequently showcase layered necklaces, dainty earrings, and simple rings, influencing popular styles. It's common to see people wearing matching couple rings or friendship bracelets as a form of '커플템' (couple item) or '우정템' (friendship item).
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
쥬얼리 브랜드
jewellery brand
쥬얼리 디자인
jewellery design
쥬얼리 선물
jewellery gift
Related Expressions
액세서리
aeksesseori
accessories (broader term)
귀걸이
gwigeori
earrings
목걸이
mokgeori
necklace
반지
banji
ring
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