Korean Dictionary
How to say "Sportswear" in Korean
“Sportswear” in Korean is 운동복 (pronounced "undong-bok").
운동복
undong-bok
Usage & Context
Clothing designed for sports and exercise in Korea. Popular for gym and outdoor activities.
Example Sentence
운동복을 입고 헬스장에 갔어요.
I went to the gym in sportswear.
How to use 운동복 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Sportswear” is 운동복, romanized as undong-bok.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, '운' (un), sounds like 'oon' in 'moon'. The second syllable, '동' (dong), sounds like 'dong' in 'dongle'. The third syllable, '복' (bok), sounds like 'bock' in 'bock beer'.
More Example Sentences
Feeling motivated after a new purchase.
새 운동복을 사서 운동할 맛이 나요.
I bought new sportswear, so I feel like exercising.
Shopping for new clothes.
편하게 입을 수 있는 운동복을 찾고 있어요.
I'm looking for comfortable sportswear.
Describing casual weekend habits.
주말에는 주로 운동복 차림으로 다녀요.
On weekends, I mostly go around in sportswear.
Cultural Context
Sportswear is incredibly popular in Korea, not just for athletic activities but also as everyday casual wear, often referred to as 'athleisure look' (애슬레저룩). It's common to see people wearing tracksuits, leggings, hoodies, and sneakers for errands, studying, or just relaxing. Major global sportswear brands have a strong presence, and Korean brands also offer stylish options. K-pop idols frequently showcase trendy sportswear in their daily fashion, influencing youth culture.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
운동복 입다
to wear sportswear
편한 운동복
comfortable sportswear
운동복 차림
dressed in sportswear
Related Expressions
트레이닝복
teureining-bok
tracksuit/training wear
체육복
cheyuk-bok
gym uniform (often for school)
운동화
undonghwa
athletic shoes/sneakers
평상복
pyeongsang-bok
everyday clothes/casual wear
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