Korean Dictionary
How to say "Second-hand Clothes" in Korean
“Second-hand Clothes” in Korean is 중고 의류 (pronounced "Junggo Uiryu").
중고 의류
Junggo Uiryu
Usage & Context
Second-hand clothing shopping has become trendy in Korea, with vintage stores and platforms like Karrot offering sustainable fashion alternatives.
Example Sentence
중고 의류를 사면 환경도 보호하고 돈도 절약해요.
Buying second-hand clothes protects the environment and saves money.
How to use 중고 의류 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Second-hand Clothes” is 중고 의류, romanized as Junggo Uiryu.
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 중고 의류.
Pronunciation Guide
'중고' (Junggo) is pronounced 'joong-go'. 'Joong' sounds like 'joong' in 'jungle', and 'go' like the English word 'go'. '의류' (Uiryu) is pronounced 'wee-ryoo'. The '의' (ui) sound is a bit tricky, like 'wee' in 'week', followed by 'ryoo' like 'ryu' in 'ryu-ken'.
More Example Sentences
A person talking about their shopping preferences.
저는 중고 의류 쇼핑을 즐겨 해요.
I enjoy shopping for second-hand clothes.
Someone commenting on the quality of a used item.
이 중고 의류는 거의 새것 같아요.
These second-hand clothes are almost like new.
A student talking about how they made some money.
중고 의류를 팔아서 용돈을 벌었어요.
I earned pocket money by selling second-hand clothes.
Cultural Context
The market for '중고 의류' has significantly grown in Korea, moving beyond just thrift stores to trendy vintage shops and online platforms. Apps like Karrot Market (당근마켓) and Bungaejangteo (번개장터) are extremely popular for buying and selling used items, including clothes, reflecting a shift towards more sustainable and economical consumption. Vintage fashion is also a strong trend, with many young Koreans seeking unique pieces from curated second-hand stores in areas like Hongdae or Seongsu-dong.
Editorial note
We review entries like 중고 의류 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
중고 의류 매장
second-hand clothing store
중고 의류 구매
buying second-hand clothes
중고 의류 판매
selling second-hand clothes
Related Expressions
빈티지 옷
bintiji ot
vintage clothes
헌 옷
heon ot
old clothes
중고 마켓
junggo makeot
second-hand market
의류 수거함
uiryu sugeoham
clothing donation bin
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