Korean Dictionary
How to say "Outerwear" in Korean
“Outerwear” in Korean is 아우터 (pronounced "auteo").
아우터
auteo
Usage & Context
Outerwear or 아우터 refers to clothes worn on top of other garments as the outer layer. Korean outerwear includes coats, jackets, and vests. Selecting the right outerwear is important for Korean seasonal fashion.
Example Sentence
겨울에 두꺼운 아우터가 필요해요.
You need a thick outerwear in winter.
How to use 아우터 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Outerwear” is 아우터, romanized as auteo.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce 'a' like 'ah'. 'u' is like 'oo' in 'moon'. 'teo' sounds like 'tur' in 'turn' but without the 'r' sound at the end.
More Example Sentences
Asking for fashion advice for a specific season.
가을에는 어떤 아우터를 입어야 할까요?
What kind of outerwear should I wear in autumn?
Complimenting the versatility of a piece of clothing.
이 아우터는 어떤 옷에도 잘 어울려요.
This outerwear goes well with any outfit.
Agreeing on the importance of warmth in winter clothing.
겨울 아우터는 따뜻한 게 최고죠.
Warm outerwear is the best for winter, right?
Cultural Context
아우터 (auteo) is a widely used Konglish term in Korea for any garment worn as the outermost layer, such as coats, jackets, or vests. Given Korea's distinct four seasons, selecting appropriate 아우터 is a crucial part of daily fashion. Trends in 아우터, from padded jackets (패딩) in winter to trench coats in spring/autumn, are closely followed.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
겨울 아우터
winter outerwear
아우터를 걸치다
to put on outerwear
아우터 코디
outerwear coordination/styling
Related Expressions
외투
oetu
outerwear, overcoat (more traditional term)
자켓
jaket
jacket
코트
koteu
coat
패딩
paeding
padded jacket
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