Korean Dictionary
How to say "Swimwear" in Korean
“Swimwear” in Korean is 수영복 (pronounced "suyeong-bok").
수영복
suyeong-bok
Usage & Context
Clothing worn for swimming in Korea. Essential for beach trips and swimming pools.
Example Sentence
수영복을 입고 수영장에 갔어요.
I went to the swimming pool in swimwear.
How to use 수영복 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Swimwear” is 수영복, romanized as suyeong-bok.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, 수 (su), sounds like 'soo' in 'soon'. The second syllable, 영 (yeong), rhymes with 'young' in 'youngster'. The last syllable, 복 (bok), sounds like 'bock' in 'bock beer' but with a softer 'b' sound. The stress is fairly even across the syllables.
More Example Sentences
Preparing for a trip to the beach or a resort.
여름 휴가 때 새 수영복을 샀어요.
I bought new swimwear for my summer vacation.
Covering up while walking around a pool or beach area.
수영복 위에 비치 가운을 걸쳤어요.
I put a beach gown over my swimwear.
Shopping for children's clothes, noticing vibrant patterns.
아이들 수영복은 알록달록한 게 많아요.
Kids' swimwear often comes in many colorful designs.
Cultural Context
In Korea, '수영복' is a general term for swimwear. While bikinis are popular, many Koreans, especially women, opt for one-piece suits or rash guards for sun protection and modesty, particularly at public pools or family beaches. It's common to see people wearing stylish swimwear at luxurious pool villas, often featured in K-dramas.
Editorial note
We review entries like 수영복 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
수영복 입다
to wear swimwear
수영복 갈아입다
to change into swimwear
수영복 챙기다
to pack swimwear
Related Expressions
수영
suyeong
swimming
수영장
suyeongjang
swimming pool
비키니
bikini
bikini
래시가드
raesigadeu
rash guard
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