Korean Dictionary
How to say "Laundry Basket" in Korean
“Laundry Basket” in Korean is 빨래 바구니 (pronounced "Ppallae Baguni").
빨래 바구니
Ppallae Baguni
Usage & Context
Laundry baskets are essential home accessories in Korean homes for collecting dirty clothes before washing.
Example Sentence
빨래 바구니에 더러운 옷을 넣어요.
I put dirty clothes in the laundry basket.
How to use 빨래 바구니 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Laundry Basket” is 빨래 바구니, romanized as Ppallae Baguni.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The word '빨래 바구니' is pronounced 'Ppal-lae Ba-gu-ni'. '빨' starts with a tense 'pp' sound, similar to 'pal' but with more air pressure. '래' sounds like 'la' in 'lad'. '바' is like 'ba' in 'banana'. '구' is like 'goo' in 'goose'. '니' is like 'nee' in 'knee'.
More Example Sentences
Noticing a full laundry basket at home.
빨래 바구니가 가득 찼으니 이제 빨래해야겠어요.
The laundry basket is full, so I guess I need to do laundry now.
Decorating a child's bedroom.
아이 방에 귀여운 빨래 바구니를 놓아줬어요.
I put a cute laundry basket in the child's room.
Giving instructions for household chores.
젖은 수건은 빨래 바구니에 넣지 말고 따로 말려주세요.
Please don't put wet towels in the laundry basket; dry them separately.
Cultural Context
In Korean homes, where space can be compact, efficient organization is valued. Laundry baskets are a common sight for collecting dirty clothes. Many apartments have a dedicated small laundry room (세탁실, setaksil) or a balcony for drying clothes. The act of '빨래하다' (ppallaehada - to do laundry) is a regular household chore.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
빨래 바구니에 넣어 줘.
Put it in the laundry basket.
빨래 바구니가 어디 있지?
Where is the laundry basket?
빨래 바구니 비워야겠다.
I should empty the laundry basket.
Related Expressions
빨래하다
ppallaehada
to do laundry
세탁기
setakgi
washing machine
옷장
otjang
wardrobe/closet
바구니
baguni
basket (general term)
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