Korean Dictionary
How to say "Mini Dress" in Korean
“Mini Dress” in Korean is 미니 원피스 (pronounced "mini wonpiseu").
미니 원피스
mini wonpiseu
Usage & Context
Mini dresses that end above the knee are popular in Korean fashion. They are frequently worn for outings, dates, or casual parties. Korean fashion often styles mini dresses with sneakers or heels.
Example Sentence
미니 원피스를 입고 데이트에 갔어요.
I wore a mini dress on a date.
How to use 미니 원피스 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Mini Dress” is 미니 원피스, romanized as mini wonpiseu.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
'Mi-ni' is pronounced just like the English word 'mini.' 'Won' sounds like 'wone' in 'woner' (similar to 'winner' but with an 'o' sound). 'Pi-seu' is like 'pea-soo,' with 'pi' as in 'pit' and 'seu' like 'soo' but with a very subtle 's' sound at the end.
More Example Sentences
Describing a trendy and casual outfit.
그녀는 미니 원피스에 운동화를 신어 발랄한 느낌을 줬다.
She wore a mini dress with sneakers, giving off a lively vibe.
Shopping for a special occasion.
파티에 입고 갈 미니 원피스를 찾고 있어요.
I'm looking for a mini dress to wear to the party.
Explaining a personal fashion preference.
키가 작은 편이라 미니 원피스가 잘 어울려요.
Since I'm on the shorter side, mini dresses suit me well.
Cultural Context
Mini dresses are a popular choice in Korean fashion, often styled to create a youthful, cute, or chic aesthetic. They are frequently paired with sneakers for a casual yet stylish look, or with heels for more formal occasions like dates or parties. K-pop idols often showcase mini dresses on stage or in public appearances, influencing current trends and styling methods.
Editorial note
We review entries like 미니 원피스 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
미니 원피스 입을까?
Shall I wear a mini dress?
예쁜 미니 원피스
pretty mini dress
미니 원피스 코디
mini dress styling/outfit
Related Expressions
원피스
wonpiseu
dress (general term)
롱 원피스
long wonpiseu
maxi dress (long dress)
미니 스커트
mini seukeoteu
mini skirt
드레스
deureseu
dress (loanword, often for formal dresses)
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