Korean Dictionary
How to say "Leather" in Korean
“Leather” in Korean is 가죽 (pronounced "gajuk").
가죽
gajuk
Usage & Context
A durable material used for jackets and accessories in Korea. Known for elegance and longevity.
Example Sentence
가죽 재킷은 멋있어요.
A leather jacket is stylish.
How to use 가죽 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Leather” is 가죽, romanized as gajuk.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The word "가죽" (gajuk) is pronounced "GAH-jook." "가" (ga) is like 'gah' in 'garden', and "죽" (juk) is like 'jook' in 'juke box'. The stress is on the first syllable, 'GAH-jook'.
More Example Sentences
Appreciating the quality of a personal item.
이 가죽 지갑은 오래 써도 멋스러워요.
This leather wallet looks stylish even after using it for a long time.
Preparing for cold weather.
겨울에는 따뜻한 가죽 장갑이 필수예요.
In winter, warm leather gloves are a must-have.
Discussing the value and longevity of leather products.
진짜 가죽은 비싸지만 오래 쓸 수 있어서 좋아요.
Real leather is expensive, but it's good because you can use it for a long time.
Cultural Context
Leather goods, especially bags, wallets, and shoes, are highly valued in Korea for their durability and classic style. Brands specializing in leather craftsmanship are popular. Faux leather, often called "인조 가죽" (injo gajuk) or "합성 가죽" (hapseong gajuk), is also widely available and popular for its affordability and ethical considerations.
Editorial note
We review entries like 가죽 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
가죽 재킷
leather jacket
가죽 가방
leather bag
가죽 신발
leather shoes
Related Expressions
인조 가죽
injo gajuk
artificial leather / faux leather
모피
mopi
fur
가죽 제품
gajuk jepum
leather product
소가죽
sogajuk
cowhide (cow leather)
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