Korean Dictionary
How to say "Monolid" in Korean
“Monolid” in Korean is 외꺼풀 (pronounced "oekkkeopul").
외꺼풀
oekkkeopul
Usage & Context
An eyelid without a visible crease. Common in East Asian populations. Important for describing eye features.
Example Sentence
외꺼풀이 있어요.
I have monolids.
How to use 외꺼풀 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Monolid” is 외꺼풀, romanized as oekkkeopul.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The '외' (oe) sounds like the 'we' in 'weigh'. '꺼' (kkeo) is a tense 'kuh' sound, similar to a slight choke, and '풀' (pul) rhymes with 'pool'. The 'kk' is a strong, aspirated consonant.
More Example Sentences
Describing a celebrity's attractive features.
그 배우는 외꺼풀인데도 눈이 정말 매력적이에요.
That actor has monolids, but their eyes are really charming.
Reflecting on personal appearance and self-acceptance.
어릴 때는 외꺼풀이 싫었는데, 지금은 개성이라고 생각해요.
When I was young, I didn't like my monolids, but now I think of them as unique.
Searching for beauty tips online.
외꺼풀 눈매에 어울리는 아이라인 그리는 법을 찾아봤어요.
I looked up how to draw eyeliner that suits monolid eyes.
Cultural Context
Monolids are very common in East Asian populations, including Koreans. While double eyelids (쌍꺼풀, ssang-kkeopul) have often been a beauty ideal, there's a growing appreciation for the unique charm of monolids, especially with the rise of K-pop idols and actors who embrace their natural features. Many makeup tutorials specifically cater to enhancing monolid eyes, reflecting this shift in beauty standards.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
외꺼풀 눈
Monolid eyes
외꺼풀 메이크업
Monolid makeup
외꺼풀이 매력적이다
Monolids are charming/attractive
Related Expressions
쌍꺼풀
ssang-kkeopul
Double eyelid
눈매
nunmae
Eye shape/look
눈
nun
Eye
속쌍꺼풀
sok-ssang-kkeopul
Hidden double eyelid
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