Korean Dictionary
How to say "Street fashion" in Korean
“Street fashion” in Korean is 거리 패션 (pronounced "geori paesyeon").
거리 패션
geori paesyeon
Usage & Context
Casual fashion styles seen on the streets in Korea. Reflects everyday Korean fashion choices.
Example Sentence
거리 패션은 다양해요.
Street fashion is diverse.
How to use 거리 패션 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Street fashion” is 거리 패션, romanized as geori paesyeon.
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 거리 패션.
Pronunciation Guide
The first part, '거리' (geori), sounds like 'go-ree' where 'go' is like the English word 'go' and 'ree' rhymes with 'tree'. The second part, '패션' (paesyeon), sounds like 'pae-shun', with 'pae' like 'pa' in 'pat' and 'shun' like in 'fashion'. The stress is fairly even across the syllables.
More Example Sentences
Discussing fashion trends with a friend.
요즘 한국의 거리 패션은 정말 다양하고 개성 넘쳐요.
Korean street fashion these days is really diverse and full of individuality.
Recommending places to see fashion.
홍대나 가로수길에 가면 멋진 거리 패션을 볼 수 있어요.
If you go to Hongdae or Garosu-gil, you can see cool street fashion.
Expressing personal style preference.
저는 편안하면서도 스타일리시한 거리 패션을 선호해요.
I prefer street fashion that is comfortable yet stylish.
Cultural Context
Korean street fashion is a significant cultural phenomenon, especially in trendy areas like Hongdae, Gangnam, and Garosu-gil. It's not just about clothes but also accessories, hairstyles, and overall styling, often documented by fashion photographers. Many K-pop idols and celebrities are known for their 'airport fashion,' which is a highly influential form of street fashion, setting trends for their fans.
Editorial note
We review entries like 거리 패션 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
거리 패션 사진
Street fashion photos
최신 거리 패션
Latest street fashion
거리 패션 스타일
Street fashion style
Related Expressions
스트릿웨어
seuteuritweeo
Streetwear (direct loanword, often interchangeable)
데일리룩
deilli-ruk
Daily look (everyday outfit)
패션 트렌드
paesyeon teurendeu
Fashion trend
힙스터 패션
hipseuteo paesyeon
Hipster fashion (a specific style)
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