Korean Dictionary
How to say "Lip Liner" in Korean
“Lip Liner” in Korean is 립라이너 (pronounced "Rip Raineo").
립라이너
Rip Raineo
Usage & Context
A lip liner is used to define the shape of the lips and prevent lipstick from bleeding. It is an essential makeup tool.
Example Sentence
립라이너로 입술 모양을 잡은 후 립스틱을 발라요.
Define the lip shape with lip liner before applying lipstick.
How to use 립라이너 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Lip Liner” is 립라이너, romanized as Rip Raineo.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
립 (rip) sounds like 'rip' in English, but with a softer 'r' and an unreleased 'p'. 라이 (ra-i) is like 'ra' in 'radar' followed by 'ee' in 'see'. 너 (neo) is like 'nuh' in 'nut'. Put it together: 'Rip-ra-ee-nuh'.
More Example Sentences
A beauty consultant advising a customer.
입술 라인을 또렷하게 만들려면 립라이너가 필수예요.
If you want to make your lip line clear, lip liner is essential.
Someone shopping for makeup.
이 립라이너 색깔이 제가 가진 립스틱이랑 잘 어울릴 것 같아요.
This lip liner color seems to match well with the lipstick I have.
Friends discussing makeup trends.
요즘은 립라이너로 오버립 연출하는 게 유행이래요.
These days, creating an 'over-lip' look with lip liner is trendy.
Cultural Context
Korean beauty trends often emphasize a natural yet defined look. Lip liners are used not just for preventing lipstick bleeding but also for creating specific lip shapes, like the popular 'gradient lip' or 'over-lip' (오버립) trend, which makes lips appear fuller. Many K-beauty brands offer a wide range of lip liners, often in nude or natural shades to complement various lipsticks and tints.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
립라이너로 입술 라인 그리기
To draw the lip line with a lip liner
립라이너 색상
Lip liner color
투명 립라이너
Clear lip liner
Related Expressions
립스틱
Ripseuttik
Lipstick
립틴트
Riptinteu
Lip tint
립밤
Ripbam
Lip balm
입술
Ipsul
Lips
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