Korean Dictionary
How to say "Striped" in Korean
“Striped” in Korean is 줄무늬 (pronounced "julmunui").
줄무늬
julmunui
Usage & Context
Striped clothing is a versatile and classic choice in Korean fashion. Horizontal and vertical stripes are both popular in Korean wardrobes. Navy and white stripes have a nautical charm.
Example Sentence
줄무늬 티셔츠를 입고 있어요.
I am wearing a striped t-shirt.
How to use 줄무늬 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Striped” is 줄무늬, romanized as julmunui.
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 줄무늬.
Pronunciation Guide
줄무늬 (jul-mu-nui) sounds like "jool-moo-nee." "줄" is like "jool" in "jewel," "무" is like "moo" in "moon," and "늬" is like "nee" in "knee." The pronunciation is smooth and even.
More Example Sentences
Giving fashion advice to a friend.
줄무늬 티셔츠는 어떤 하의에도 잘 어울려요.
A striped t-shirt goes well with any bottoms.
Discussing fashion tips for appearance.
세로 줄무늬는 키가 커 보이게 해요.
Vertical stripes make you look taller.
Describing swimwear at a beach shop.
파란색 줄무늬 수영복이 시원해 보여요.
The blue striped swimsuit looks cool.
Cultural Context
줄무늬 (julmunui) is a timeless classic in Korean fashion, much like in Western countries. It's incredibly versatile, appearing in everything from casual t-shirts and sweaters to more formal blouses and even suits. Horizontal stripes are popular for a relaxed, nautical, or French chic look, while vertical stripes are often favored for their elongating effect, especially in professional or more tailored garments. It's a safe and stylish choice that transcends trends.
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 티셔츠
striped t-shirt
줄무늬 셔츠
striped shirt
줄무늬 양말
striped socks
Related Expressions
가로줄무늬
garojulmunui
horizontal stripes
세로줄무늬
serojulmunui
vertical stripes
체크무늬
chekeu-munui
plaid pattern (related pattern)
무지
muji
plain, solid color (antonym)
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