Korean Dictionary
How to say "Second-hand Clothing" in Korean
“Second-hand Clothing” in Korean is 중고 옷 (pronounced "junggo ot").
중고 옷
junggo ot
Usage & Context
Second-hand clothing shopping has grown popular in Korea. Platforms like Karrot (당근마켓) allow Koreans to buy and sell used clothes. Vintage and thrift stores in Hongdae attract many young shoppers.
Example Sentence
중고 옷을 구매하면 환경에도 좋고 돈도 절약돼요.
Buying second-hand clothing is good for the environment and saves money.
How to use 중고 옷 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Second-hand Clothing” is 중고 옷, romanized as junggo ot.
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 옷.
Pronunciation Guide
중 (jung) sounds like 'joong' in 'joongle'. 고 (go) sounds like 'go'. 옷 (ot) sounds like 'oat' but with a sharp 't' sound at the end. Together, it's 'joong-go oht'.
More Example Sentences
Sharing a successful shopping experience at a market.
벼룩시장에서 정말 좋은 중고 옷을 찾았어요.
I found some really nice second-hand clothes at the flea market.
Discussing frugal living and smart shopping habits.
중고 옷을 사는 것은 돈을 절약하는 좋은 방법이에요.
Buying second-hand clothes is a good way to save money.
Asking for shopping recommendations in a specific area.
홍대에 좋은 중고 옷 가게 아세요?
Do you know any good second-hand clothing stores in Hongdae?
Cultural Context
중고 옷 (junggo ot) refers to used clothing. The term 중고 (junggo) means 'used' or 'second-hand' and can be applied to many items beyond clothes. The market for 중고 옷 has grown significantly in Korea, driven by both economic and environmental consciousness, especially among younger generations. Online platforms like 당근마켓 (Karrot Market) and 번개장터 (Bungaejangter) are extremely popular for buying and selling used items, including clothes. Vintage and thrift stores, particularly in areas like Hongdae and Gwangjang Market, are popular spots for unique 중고 옷 finds.
Editorial note
We review entries like 중고 옷 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 옷 가게
second-hand clothing store
중고 옷 판매
second-hand clothing sale
중고 옷 구매
second-hand clothing purchase
Related Expressions
구제 옷
guje ot
vintage clothing, thrift store clothes (often implies older, unique items)
헌 옷
heon ot
old clothes (more general, less about resale value)
빈티지 옷
bintiji ot
vintage clothes (direct loanword, similar to 구제 옷)
중고 거래
junggo georae
second-hand transaction (general term for buying/selling used items)
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