Korean Dictionary
How to say "Stripe" in Korean
“Stripe” in Korean is 줄무늬 (pronounced "Julmuneui").
줄무늬
Julmuneui
Usage & Context
Julmuneui is the Korean word for stripe. Stripes are used in Korean design to create rhythm and movement. They represent direction and continuity.
Example Sentence
줄무늬 셔츠가 깔끔해요.
The striped shirt is clean.
How to use 줄무늬 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Stripe” is 줄무늬, romanized as Julmuneui.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, '줄' (jul), sounds like 'jool' as in 'pool' but with a 'j' sound. The second syllable, '무' (mu), sounds like 'moo'. The last syllable, '늬' (neui), is typically pronounced like 'nee'. Combine them as 'Jool-moo-nee'.
More Example Sentences
Discussing ideal summer fashion.
여름에는 시원한 파란색 줄무늬 티셔츠가 최고죠.
In summer, a cool blue striped T-shirt is the best.
Commenting on the effect of an accessory on one's appearance.
줄무늬 양말을 신으면 발랄해 보여요.
Wearing striped socks makes you look lively.
Describing the interior design of a cafe.
그 카페 벽은 흑백 줄무늬로 꾸며져 있어요.
That cafe wall is decorated with black and white stripes.
Cultural Context
Stripes are a highly popular and versatile pattern in modern Korean fashion, seen everywhere from casual streetwear to more polished looks. K-pop idols often incorporate stripes into their stage outfits, creating dynamic and cohesive group aesthetics. While not carrying the same deep historical symbolism as some traditional Korean patterns, vertical stripes are sometimes favored for their perceived ability to make one appear taller or slimmer, influencing fashion choices in daily life.
Editorial note
We review entries like 줄무늬 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
줄무늬 셔츠
striped shirt
가로 줄무늬
horizontal stripes
세로 줄무늬
vertical stripes
Related Expressions
스트라이프
seuturaipeu
stripe (loanword, very common)
체크무늬
chekeumunui
checkered pattern
도트무늬
doteumunui
polka dot pattern
무늬
munui
pattern (general term)
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