Korean Dictionary
How to say "Parka" in Korean
“Parka” in Korean is 파카 (pronounced "paka").
파카
paka
Usage & Context
A warm insulated jacket with a hood, very popular in Korean winter fashion. Often seen on streets during cold seasons.
Example Sentence
파카는 따뜻해요.
A parka is warm.
How to use 파카 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Parka” is 파카, romanized as paka.
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 파카.
Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, 파 (pa), sounds like 'pa' in 'papa'. The second syllable, 카 (ka), sounds like 'ka' in 'car'. The stress is fairly even, with a slight emphasis on the first syllable.
More Example Sentences
Shopping for winter clothes with a friend.
이 파카 정말 따뜻해 보여요.
This parka looks really warm.
Warning a friend about the severe cold.
겨울에 파카 없으면 얼어 죽을 거예요.
If you don't have a parka in winter, you'll freeze to death.
Discussing a potential purchase with a family member.
어떤 파카 살지 고민 중이야.
I'm debating which parka to buy.
Cultural Context
Parkas are an absolute necessity for surviving the harsh Korean winter, especially for students who spend time outdoors waiting for buses or walking to school. Brands like North Face or Discovery Expedition are incredibly popular, often seen as a practical uniform rather than just a fashion statement during the coldest months.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
파카 입어.
Wear your parka.
파카 세일.
Parka sale.
따뜻한 파카.
Warm parka.
Related Expressions
겨울 코트
gyeoul koteu
winter coat
점퍼
jeompeo
jacket/jumper (general term)
외투
oetu
outer garment/overcoat
따뜻한 옷
ttatteuthan ot
warm clothes
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