Korean Dictionary
How to say "Tailor" in Korean
“Tailor” in Korean is 재단사 (pronounced "jaedansa").
재단사
jaedansa
Usage & Context
A tailor or 재단사 is a skilled professional who makes and alters clothing. Korean tailors are known for precise craftsmanship in suit making. Getting clothes tailored is common in Korea for special occasions.
Example Sentence
재단사에게 정장을 맞춰 입혔어요.
I had a suit custom-made by a tailor.
How to use 재단사 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Tailor” is 재단사, romanized as jaedansa.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
재단사 (jaedansa) is pronounced 'jae-dan-sa'. 'Jae' sounds like 'jay' in 'Jay-Z'. 'Dan' is like 'dahn' in 'dawn' but with a shorter 'a' sound. 'Sa' is like 'sa' in 'sad'. The emphasis is typically on the first syllable, '재'.
More Example Sentences
Deciding to get clothes altered due to fit issues.
이 바지가 너무 길어서 재단사에게 수선을 맡겨야겠어요.
These pants are too long, I should have a tailor alter them.
Recommending a skilled professional for bespoke clothing.
그 재단사는 맞춤 정장으로 아주 유명해요.
That tailor is very famous for custom suits.
Talking about childhood aspirations or career paths.
어릴 때부터 재단사가 되는 것이 꿈이었어요.
It was my dream to become a tailor since I was young.
Cultural Context
Korean tailors, especially those specializing in suits (맞춤 정장), are highly regarded for their precise craftsmanship and attention to detail. While ready-to-wear clothing is common, getting clothes altered or custom-made for special occasions like weddings or business attire is still a valued practice. Many traditional '양복점' (men's tailor shops) or '양장점' (women's tailor shops) are run by experienced artisans, often passed down through generations.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
재단사에게 맡기다
To entrust to a tailor
맞춤 정장 재단사
Custom suit tailor
옷을 재단하다
To cut fabric for clothes (verb form)
Related Expressions
양복점
yangbokjeom
Tailor shop (specifically for suits)
수선집
suseonjip
Alteration shop
디자이너
dijaineo
Designer (related profession)
재봉사
jaebongsa
Seamstress/sewer
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