Korean Dictionary
How to say "Pointed" in Korean
“Pointed” in Korean is 뾰족한 (pronounced "Ppyojokhan").
뾰족한
Ppyojokhan
Usage & Context
Ppyojokhan is the Korean word for pointed. Pointed shapes are used in Korean design to create emphasis and direction. They represent focus and precision.
Example Sentence
뾰족한 모양이 눈에 띄어요.
The pointed shape stands out.
How to use 뾰족한 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Pointed” is 뾰족한, romanized as Ppyojokhan.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
뾰 (Ppyo) sounds like 'pyo' in 'pyo-ng' (like a quick 'pee-oh'). The 'pp' is a tense, aspirated 'p' sound. 족 (jok) sounds like 'jock' in 'jockey'. 한 (han) sounds like 'han' in 'hand'. The initial 'pp' consonant is pronounced with extra tension.
More Example Sentences
Describing natural scenery.
그 산은 뾰족한 봉우리가 특징이에요.
That mountain is characterized by its pointed peak.
Warning about a sharp object.
연필이 너무 뾰족해서 조심해야 해요.
The pencil is too pointed, so you need to be careful.
Discussing fashion and comfort.
뾰족한 구두는 발이 아파요.
Pointed shoes hurt my feet.
Cultural Context
Pointed shapes (뾰족한 모양) are often found in traditional Korean architecture, such as the elegant, upward-curving eaves (처마, cheoma) of hanok roofs, which symbolize aspiration and connection to the heavens. In modern usage, '뾰족한' can also metaphorically describe a 'pointed' or sharp remark (뾰족한 말) that is critical or direct.
Editorial note
We review entries like 뾰족한 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
뾰족한 모자
pointed hat
뾰족한 질문
pointed question (metaphorical)
뾰족한 귀
pointed ears (e.g., for elves)
Related Expressions
날카로운
nalkaroun
sharp (often for blades, edges)
뭉툭한
mungtukhan
blunt, dull (antonym)
뾰족하다
ppyojokhada
to be pointed (base adjective form)
끝이 뾰족한
kkeuchi ppyojokhan
having a pointed end
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