Korean Dictionary
How to say "Raincoat" in Korean
“Raincoat” in Korean is 레인코트 (pronounced "reinkoteu").
레인코트
reinkoteu
Usage & Context
A waterproof coat worn during rain. Raincoats are practical for heavy rain in Korea. More convenient than umbrellas for active outdoor work.
Example Sentence
레인코트를 입고 나갔어요.
I went out wearing a raincoat.
How to use 레인코트 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Raincoat” is 레인코트, romanized as reinkoteu.
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Pronunciation Guide
레인 (rein) sounds exactly like the English word 'rain'. 코트 (koteu) sounds like 'coat' but with a very short, almost silent 'eu' sound at the end, like the 'u' in 'cut'. Combine for 'rain-coat-uh'.
More Example Sentences
Describing children's outdoor play.
아이들은 레인코트를 입고 물웅덩이에서 놀았어요.
The children played in puddles wearing raincoats.
Giving advice for outdoor activities.
등산 갈 때 레인코트는 필수품이에요.
A raincoat is a must-have when hiking.
Emphasizing the necessity of a raincoat in heavy rain.
비가 많이 와서 레인코트가 없으면 안 돼요.
It's raining a lot, so you can't go without a raincoat.
Cultural Context
레인코트 (reinkoteu) is a direct loanword from English. While umbrellas are more common for daily commutes in cities, raincoats are popular for specific outdoor activities like hiking, camping, or for children playing in the rain. Fashionable raincoats have also become a trend, moving beyond purely utilitarian purposes. Another term, 비옷 (biot), is a more general Korean word for rainwear, but 레인코트 specifically refers to the coat style.
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
레인코트 입을까?
Shall I wear a raincoat?
레인코트 챙겨!
Bring your raincoat! (Informal)
이 레인코트 방수돼요?
Is this raincoat waterproof?
Related Expressions
비옷
biot
Rainwear (general term)
우비
ubi
Rain gear (often for children or specific activities)
방수
bangsu
Waterproof
장화
janghwa
Rain boots
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