Korean Dictionary
How to say "Trendy" in Korean
“Trendy” in Korean is 트렌디 (pronounced "teurendy").
트렌디
teurendy
Usage & Context
Borrowed English word meaning trendy or fashionable. Used to describe things that are currently popular or in style.
Example Sentence
그 옷 진짜 트렌디야.
That outfit is really trendy.
How to use 트렌디 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Trendy” is 트렌디, romanized as teurendy.
Usage tip
Use slang only with friends or people who already speak casually with you. It can sound rude in formal Korean.
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 트렌디.
Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce '트' like 'too' but with a softer 't' and a short, unrounded 'eu' sound. '렌' is like 'ren' in 'rent'. '디' is like 'dee' in 'deep'. The stress is typically on the first syllable '트'.
More Example Sentences
Discussing a fashion brand's consistent style.
이 브랜드는 항상 트렌디한 디자인을 선보여.
This brand always showcases trendy designs.
Asking a hairdresser or friend for fashion advice.
요즘 트렌디한 헤어스타일이 뭐야?
What's a trendy hairstyle these days?
Complimenting a cafe's modern aesthetic.
그 카페는 인테리어가 정말 트렌디해.
That cafe's interior is really trendy.
Cultural Context
트렌디 (teurendy) is a direct loanword from English 'trendy' and is used to describe something that is currently fashionable, popular, or up-to-date. While similar to 힙하다 (hiphada), '트렌디' often implies being in line with current mainstream trends, whereas '힙하다' can sometimes suggest a more unique, edgy, or subculture-driven coolness. You'll often hear it in fashion, interior design, and lifestyle contexts, describing anything from clothing to cafes that are 'in style.'
Editorial note
We flag slang like 트렌디 for register and audience, since Korean slang can shift quickly and may sound rude outside close friendships.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
트렌디한 옷
Trendy clothes
트렌디한 카페
Trendy cafe
트렌디한 디자인
Trendy design
Related Expressions
유행하는
yuhaenghaneun
fashionable, in vogue
최신
choesin
latest, newest
세련된
seryeondoen
sophisticated, refined
모던한
modeonhan
modern
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