Korean Dictionary
How to say "Perfume" in Korean
“Perfume” in Korean is 향수 (pronounced "hyangsu").
향수
hyangsu
Usage & Context
향수 has gained tremendous popularity in Korea where choosing a signature scent is considered part of personal style. Korean 향수 culture has shifted toward niche and artisanal fragrances in recent years moving beyond mainstream department store brands. Korean celebrities and influencers frequently promote 향수 brands making fragrance a major lifestyle category.
Example Sentence
아침마다 좋아하는 향수를 뿌리고 나가요.
I spray my favorite perfume every morning before going out.
How to use 향수 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Perfume” is 향수, romanized as hyangsu.
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
For 향수, 'hyang' sounds like 'hyahng,' similar to 'hang' but with a soft 'y' sound at the beginning. 'Su' is pronounced like 'soo' in 'soon.' The 'ng' sound is like in 'sing.'
More Example Sentences
Complimenting someone on their pleasant scent.
어떤 향수 뿌렸어요? 향이 너무 좋아요.
What perfume are you wearing? It smells so good.
Asking a friend about their perfume preferences for a gift.
선물로 향수 사줄까 하는데 어떤 향 좋아해?
I'm thinking of buying perfume as a gift, what kind of scent do you like?
Discussing current fragrance trends with someone.
요즘 니치 향수가 유행이래.
Niche perfumes are trending these days.
Cultural Context
향수 has become a significant part of personal expression in Korea. While mainstream brands are still popular, there's a growing trend towards niche and artisanal fragrances, reflecting a desire for unique and personalized scents. Korean celebrities and influencers heavily promote various 향수 brands, making fragrance a key element of lifestyle and fashion discussions in media.
Editorial note
We review entries like 향수 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
향수 뿌리다
to spray perfume
향수 선물
perfume gift
시그니처 향수
signature perfume
Related Expressions
향기
hyanggi
scent, fragrance
향수병
hyangsubyeong
perfume bottle
디퓨저
dipyujeo
diffuser
코롱
korong
cologne
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