Korean Dictionary
How to say "Peeler" in Korean
“Peeler” in Korean is 필러 (pronounced "pilleo").
필러
pilleo
Usage & Context
Tool for removing thin skin from vegetables and fruits. Efficient and safe. Prevents waste compared to knife.
Example Sentence
필러로 감자 껍질을 벗겨요.
I peel potato with a peeler.
How to use 필러 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Peeler” is 필러, romanized as pilleo.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The word "필러" (pilleo) is pronounced like "pill" (as in a medicine) followed by "uh" (like the 'a' in 'sofa'). The 'l' sound is soft, similar to the 'l' in 'light'. The stress is fairly even across both syllables.
More Example Sentences
Recommending a kitchen tool to a friend.
당근 껍질 벗길 때 필러가 정말 편해요.
A peeler is really convenient when peeling carrots.
Warning someone about a new peeler.
이 필러는 칼날이 날카로워서 조심해야 해요.
This peeler has a sharp blade, so you need to be careful.
Discussing kitchen hacks with family.
사과 껍질도 필러로 벗기면 훨씬 쉽죠.
It's much easier to peel an apple with a peeler too.
Cultural Context
While "필러" is a direct loanword from English and widely understood, especially among younger generations, some older Koreans might still refer to it as "칼" (kal, knife) or more specifically "껍질 벗기는 칼" (kkeopjil beotgineun kal, peeling knife). However, its usage has become very common in modern Korean kitchens and cooking shows, reflecting the adoption of convenient kitchen gadgets.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
필러로 껍질 벗기다
to peel with a peeler
감자 필러
potato peeler
채소 필러
vegetable peeler
Related Expressions
칼
kal
knife
껍질
kkeopjil
skin, peel
벗기다
beotgida
to peel, to take off
강판
gangpan
grater
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