Korean Dictionary
How to say "Mouth" in Korean
“Mouth” in Korean is 입 (pronounced "ip").
입
ip
Usage & Context
The opening in the face for eating and speaking. One of the most fundamental body parts in Korean. Used in countless everyday expressions.
Example Sentence
입이 아파요.
My mouth hurts.
How to use 입 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Mouth” is 입, romanized as ip.
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 입.
Pronunciation Guide
입 (ip) is pronounced 'Eep'. It sounds like the 'eep' in 'keep' but with a sharp, unreleased 'p' sound at the end, almost like you're stopping the air abruptly.
More Example Sentences
Seeing delicious food and feeling hungry.
입에 침이 고여요.
My mouth is watering.
Giving advice to someone who speaks impulsively.
말하기 전에 입을 다물고 생각하세요.
Before speaking, close your mouth and think.
Describing a cute moment with a baby.
아기가 입을 크게 벌리고 하품을 했어요.
The baby opened its mouth wide and yawned.
Cultural Context
입 (ip) is a fundamental body part and appears in countless Korean idioms and expressions. It's not just for eating and speaking; it's central to concepts like keeping secrets (입이 무겁다 - 'heavy mouth'), gossiping (입이 싸다 - 'cheap mouth'), or losing one's appetite (입맛이 없다 - 'no mouth taste'). Understanding these expressions is key to grasping everyday Korean communication.
Editorial note
We review entries like 입 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
입 다물어!
Shut your mouth! / Be quiet!
입이 심심하다
to be bored (literally 'mouth is bored', wanting to snack)
입이 짧다
to be a picky eater (literally 'mouth is short')
Related Expressions
입술
ipsul
lip
혀
hyeo
tongue
말하다
malhada
to speak
먹다
meokda
to eat
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