Korean Dictionary
How to say "Lipstick" in Korean
“Lipstick” in Korean is 립스틱 (pronounced "Ripseuttik").
립스틱
Ripseuttik
Usage & Context
Lipstick is a classic makeup product for coloring the lips. Korean beauty offers many trending lip colors and formulas.
Example Sentence
오늘은 빨간 립스틱을 발랐어요.
I wore red lipstick today.
How to use 립스틱 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Lipstick” is 립스틱, romanized as Ripseuttik.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 립스틱.
Pronunciation Guide
립 (rip) sounds like 'rip' in English, but with a softer 'r' and an unreleased 'p'. 스 (seu) is like 'soo' but with a very short, almost unvoiced 'u' sound. 틱 (ttik) is a tense 't' sound, like 'tick' but sharper and more emphasized. Put it together: 'Rip-soo-ttik'.
More Example Sentences
Asking for advice at a makeup counter.
어떤 립스틱 색깔이 저한테 잘 어울릴까요?
What lipstick color would suit me well?
Reviewing a makeup product.
이 립스틱은 발색이 정말 좋아요.
This lipstick has really good color payoff.
A common situation after a meal.
밥 먹고 나면 립스틱 다시 발라야 해요.
I need to reapply my lipstick after eating.
Cultural Context
Lipstick is a staple in Korean makeup, with trends often focusing on specific finishes (matte, glossy, velvet) and application techniques like the 'gradient lip' (그라데이션 립) or 'blotted lip.' K-beauty brands are famous for their innovative lipstick formulas, often incorporating hydrating ingredients and offering a wide spectrum of shades, from natural nudes to vibrant reds and corals, reflecting seasonal trends.
Editorial note
We review entries like 립스틱 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
립스틱 바르다
To apply lipstick
매트 립스틱
Matte lipstick
촉촉한 립스틱
Hydrating lipstick
Related Expressions
립틴트
Riptinteu
Lip tint
립글로스
Ripgeulloseu
Lip gloss
립밤
Ripbam
Lip balm
립메이크업
Ripmeikeueop
Lip makeup
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