Korean Dictionary
How to say "Sewing" in Korean
“Sewing” in Korean is 바느질 (pronounced "Baneujil").
바느질
Baneujil
Usage & Context
Sewing is a traditional craft hobby in Korea. Many Koreans enjoy making their own clothes, accessories, and home decor items.
Example Sentence
바느질로 직접 가방을 만들었어요.
I made a bag myself by sewing.
How to use 바느질 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Sewing” is 바느질, romanized as Baneujil.
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 바느질.
Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce '바느질' as 'bah-neu-jil'. '바' sounds like 'bah' in 'bah-bah', '느' sounds like 'noo' in 'noodle', and '질' sounds like 'jil' in 'Jill'.
Formal & Casual Forms
Formal (존댓말)
바느질하다
Baneujilhada
This is the formal verb form, meaning 'to sew'. '바느질' is a noun that can become a verb by adding -하다.
Casual (반말)
바느질해
Baneujilhae
This is the casual verb form, meaning 'sew' or 'I sew'.
More Example Sentences
Talking about repairing clothes.
찢어진 옷을 바느질해서 고쳤어요.
I mended the torn clothes by sewing.
Recalling a parent's skill.
어머니는 어릴 때부터 바느질을 잘하셨어요.
My mother has been good at sewing since she was young.
Expressing a desire for a DIY project.
바느질로 나만의 파우치를 만들고 싶어요.
I want to make my own pouch by sewing.
Cultural Context
Sewing, or '바느질', is a traditional skill in Korea, often associated with mending clothes or creating handmade items. While modern fashion has reduced the need for daily sewing, it remains a popular hobby for DIY enthusiasts who make clothes, bags, or home decor. It's also a fundamental skill for traditional crafts like making hanbok (Korean traditional clothing).
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
바느질 배우다
to learn sewing
바느질 도구
sewing tools
한 땀 한 땀 바느질하다
to sew stitch by stitch
Related Expressions
꿰매다
Kkwemaeda
to sew up, to mend
재봉틀
Jaebongteul
sewing machine
실
Sil
thread
바늘
Baneul
needle
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