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털옷

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Explicación 털옷 in your Level:

At the A1 level, '털옷' is introduced as a basic winter vocabulary word. Students learn it alongside other simple clothing items like '모자' (hat), '장갑' (gloves), and '코트' (coat). The focus is on its literal meaning: 'fur clothes.' At this stage, you should be able to identify a 털옷 in a picture and use it in simple sentences like '털옷을 입어요' (I wear fur clothes). The goal is to understand that '털' means fur/hair and '옷' means clothes. You don't need to worry about the ethical debates or the difference between 'mopi' and 'teolot' yet. Just think of it as the word for a very fuzzy, warm jacket you wear when it's snowing outside. You might also learn it in the context of animals, like '토끼는 털옷을 입었어요' (The rabbit is wearing a fur coat), which is a common way to describe animal fur to children.

At the A2 level, you begin to use '털옷' in more descriptive sentences. You will learn to use adjectives like '부드러운' (soft), '두꺼운' (thick), and '비싼' (expensive) to describe the 털옷. You will also practice using it with different tenses, such as '어제 털옷을 샀어요' (I bought a fur coat yesterday) or '내일은 추우니까 털옷을 입을 거예요' (It will be cold tomorrow, so I will wear a fur coat). At this stage, you might also be introduced to the concept of '인조' (artificial) vs. '천연' (natural) fur in simple shopping dialogues. You should be able to ask for the price of a 털옷 or describe its color. The focus is on functional communication in winter-related scenarios.

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At the B1 level, you should understand the social and cultural nuances of '털옷.' You will learn that '털옷' can sometimes imply a certain level of wealth or a specific fashion choice. You might encounter the word in short stories or news clips about winter preparations. You'll start to distinguish '털옷' from other winter wear like '패딩' (padding) and '무스탕' (shearling). You should also be able to use the word in more complex grammatical structures, such as '털옷을 입었음에도 불구하고 추웠어요' (Even though I wore a fur coat, I was cold). You might also discuss the pros and cons of wearing fur in a simple debate format, using words like '동물 보호' (animal protection) and '따뜻함' (warmth).

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At the B2 level, your understanding of '털옷' includes its use in fashion industry contexts and ethical discussions. You will be able to read articles about '에코 퍼' (eco-fur) vs. '천연 모피' (natural fur) and understand the linguistic shift from using the pure Korean '털옷' to the more formal/Sino-Korean '모피.' You should be comfortable using the word in professional settings, such as at a dry cleaner's, where you might discuss specific care instructions for different types of 털옷. You will also understand metaphorical uses of the word in literature, where '털옷' might symbolize protection, nature, or even an animalistic trait in a character. Your ability to use related idioms and collocations should be more advanced.

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At the C1 level, you will analyze '털옷' within the context of Korean social history and high fashion. You might study how the perception of '털옷' has changed from a survival necessity in the northern regions to a controversial luxury item in modern Seoul. You will be expected to understand nuanced critiques of fashion shows or environmental reports where '털옷' is mentioned. You should be able to use the word fluently in complex discussions about sustainability, animal rights, and the textile industry. Your vocabulary will include technical terms for different types of fur (mink, fox, rabbit) and the specific verbs used for the production and treatment of these garments.

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At the C2 level, you have a masterly grasp of '털옷' and all its synonyms, antonyms, and cultural connotations. You can appreciate the word's use in classical literature or modern poetry, where it might be used to evoke specific sensory or emotional responses. You can lead high-level discussions on the ethics of the global fur trade in Korean, using '털옷' as a starting point for deeper sociopolitical analysis. You understand the etymological roots of '털' and '옷' and how they have evolved in the Korean language over centuries. You can switch effortlessly between the colloquial '털옷,' the formal '모피,' and specific fashion terms like '무스탕' or '시어링,' choosing the perfect word for the specific register and context.

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털옷 en 30 segundos

털옷 means 'fur clothing' (털 = fur, 옷 = clothes). It is a common term for fuzzy, warm winter coats.
It is used for both real animal fur and synthetic 'faux' fur, emphasizing the hairy texture.
Culturally, it can symbolize luxury or simply essential warmth during the harsh Korean winter months.
It is a versatile noun often paired with verbs like 'wear' (입다) or 'buy' (사다).

The Korean word 털옷 (teolot) is a compound noun that literally translates to "fur clothing" or "hair clothes." It is formed by combining the noun 털 (teol), which can mean fur, hair, or down, with 옷 (ot), the general word for clothes. In a broad sense, it refers to any garment made of fur or heavily lined with fur-like material, designed to provide extreme warmth during the harsh Korean winters. While it can technically refer to any clothing with hair-like textures, in modern daily life, it most commonly refers to fur coats, shearling jackets, or even heavy wool-like garments that have a distinctively fuzzy appearance.

Material Composition: The term encompasses both 천연 털옷 (natural fur) and 인조 털옷 (artificial/faux fur). In the past, this was a symbol of wealth and status, but today, with the rise of ethical fashion, the term is frequently used to describe high-quality synthetic alternatives that mimic the warmth and texture of real fur.

할머니께서 아주 따뜻한 털옷을 입고 계세요. (Grandmother is wearing a very warm fur coat.)

When you use this word, you are emphasizing the texture and the insulating quality of the garment. It is not just a 'coat' (코트); it is a garment defined by its 'furriness.' In the context of Korean seasons, you will hear this word starting in late November when the Siberian winds begin to blow across the peninsula. It is a word associated with coziness, luxury, and protection against the sub-zero temperatures typical of January in Seoul.

Visual Identification: If a piece of clothing looks like it belonged to a bear or a fluffy animal, a Korean speaker will likely categorize it as a 털옷. This includes parkas with fur-lined hoods, though usually, the term is reserved for garments where the fur is the primary outer or inner feature.

강아지에게 귀여운 털옷을 입혔어요. (I put a cute furry coat on my dog.)

Culturally, the concept of 'fur' in Korea has transitioned from a survival necessity in the northern regions to a fashion statement in the urban centers. Historically, people in the northern part of the Korean peninsula used animal pelts to survive the winter. This historical background makes the word feel deeply rooted in the concept of 'winter survival.' Today, when a child sees someone in a very fluffy coat, they might point and say '털옷이다!' (It's a fur coat!). It is an essential vocabulary word for anyone living through a Korean winter or describing winter fashion.

Usage Nuance: Note that '털' can also mean 'wool' in certain contexts, but usually, 'wool' is referred to as '양모' (yang-mo). '털옷' is much more descriptive of the physical appearance—specifically the hair-like fibers visible on the garment's surface.

이 털옷은 진짜 털인가요, 아니면 가짜 털인가요? (Is this fur clothing real fur or fake fur?)

Using 털옷 in a sentence is relatively straightforward because it functions as a standard noun. However, because it is a descriptive noun, it is often paired with verbs related to wearing, buying, or describing physical sensations like softness or warmth. Understanding the grammatical particles and the specific verbs that naturally follow 털옷 will help you sound more like a native speaker.

Common Verb Pairings: 1. 입다 (ip-da): To wear. Used for the action of putting it on or the state of wearing it.
2. 벗다 (beot-da): To take off.
3. 사다 (sa-da): To buy.
4. 어울리다 (eo-ul-li-da): To suit or look good on someone.

날씨가 너무 추워서 털옷을 꺼냈어요. (The weather was so cold that I took out my fur clothing.)

In terms of sentence structure, 털옷 can act as the subject (using particles -이/-가) or the object (using particles -을/-를). When you want to describe the quality of the fur, you might use adjectives like '부드러운' (soft), '거친' (rough), or '화려한' (fancy/luxurious). For example, '부드러운 털옷' means 'soft fur clothing.' This level of detail adds texture to your descriptions.

Descriptive Patterns: When talking about the material, you might use '인조' (artificial) or '천연' (natural) before 털옷.
Example: '요즘은 인조 털옷이 유행이에요.' (Nowadays, faux fur clothing is in fashion.)

그녀는 비싼 털옷을 입고 파티에 나타났어요. (She appeared at the party wearing an expensive fur coat.)

In honorific or formal settings, you would use the verb '입으시다' instead of '입다'. If you are complimenting an elder on their fur coat, you would say, '털옷이 참 잘 어울리세요' (The fur coat suits you very well). This shows respect while acknowledging their choice of clothing. Conversely, in a very casual setting among friends, you might complain about the weight of a 털옷: '이 털옷 너무 무거워' (This fur coat is so heavy).

Contextual Variations: Interestingly, 털옷 can also be used metaphorically in literature to describe animals. A rabbit's fur can be described as its 'natural 털옷.' This adds a poetic layer to a very functional word.

겨울이 오면 동물들은 두꺼운 털옷으로 갈아입어요. (When winter comes, animals change into thick fur coats.)

Whether you are discussing fashion, the weather, or even biology, 털옷 provides a versatile way to describe anything covered in hair-like insulation. By mastering its use with different particles and verbs, you can accurately express warmth and style in Korean.

You will encounter the word 털옷 in various real-life scenarios in Korea, ranging from high-end shopping districts to cozy family gatherings. It is a word that carries both a sense of practical utility and occasional social weight. Understanding where you'll hear it will give you a better grasp of its social connotations.

Department Stores and Shopping Malls: In places like Shinsegae or Lotte Department Store, especially on the 'Women's Fashion' or 'Luxury' floors during autumn and winter, sales associates will use this word to describe their inventory. You might hear: "올해는 이런 스타일의 털옷이 인기입니다" (This style of fur clothing is popular this year).

백화점에서 예쁜 털옷을 구경했어요. (I looked at pretty fur clothes at the department store.)

Another common place is in TV dramas (K-Dramas). If a character is portrayed as wealthy, a 'Chaebol' (conglomerate heir) mother or a glamorous actress, they are almost certainly going to be seen wearing an extravagant 털옷. In these contexts, the word is associated with elegance and high social status. Conversely, in a historical drama (Sa-geuk), characters living in the northern borders or during the winter months will wear primitive versions of 털옷 made from animal skins, highlighting the historical necessity of the garment.

News and Weather Reports: During the 'Weather' segment of the evening news, when a cold wave (한파) is forecasted, the weather reporter might advise viewers: "내일은 매우 추우니 두꺼운 털옷을 챙기시기 바랍니다" (It will be very cold tomorrow, so please prepare a thick fur coat/clothing).

뉴스에서 내일은 털옷을 입어야 할 정도로 춥다고 했어요. (The news said it will be cold enough tomorrow that I'll need to wear a fur coat.)

In everyday conversation, you'll hear it among family members. A mother might tell her child, "털옷 입고 나가, 감기 걸려" (Wear your fuzzy coat before going out, or you'll catch a cold). Here, it's used as a generic term for any very warm, fuzzy winter jacket. It's also common at the dry cleaners (세탁소). Because fur requires special care, you'll often hear customers asking, "이 털옷 세탁 가능한가요?" (Is this fur clothing washable/dry-cleanable?).

Fashion Magazines and Blogs: In the world of K-Fashion, 'eco-fur' (에코퍼) is a buzzword. Bloggers will often use '털옷' and '에코퍼' interchangeably to describe stylish, animal-friendly winter options.

이 털옷은 인조 털이라서 세탁이 쉬워요. (This fur coat is made of faux fur, so it's easy to wash.)

Whether you're being warned about the cold, shopping for a winter look, or watching a glamorous drama, 털옷 is the term that bridges the gap between functional warmth and stylistic expression.

While 털옷 is a relatively simple A1-level word, there are several nuances that English speakers often get wrong. These mistakes usually stem from the broad meaning of '털' (hair/fur/wool) and how it compares to more specific fashion terminology in Korean.

Confusion with 'Wool' (양모): In English, we often think of 'fur' and 'wool' as distinct. In Korean, '털' can refer to both. However, calling a standard wool sweater a '털옷' might sound slightly odd to a native speaker. A sweater is usually called a 스웨터 or 니트. '털옷' implies a much more prominent, hair-like texture, like a fur coat or a very shaggy fleece.

❌ 저 털옷(니트) 예쁘다. (That fur coat (meaning knit sweater) is pretty.)
✅ 저 니트 예쁘다. (That knit sweater is pretty.)

Another mistake is using 털옷 to describe human hair. '털' can mean human body hair, but '옷' only refers to clothing. You cannot use 털옷 to describe someone's hairstyle or a wig. For a wig, use '가발' (ga-bal). This is a common point of confusion for beginners who try to literalize 'hair-clothes' as 'hair-piece.'

Overusing '털옷' for Padded Jackets (Padding): Koreans love 'Padding' (패딩 - puffer jackets). Even if a puffer jacket has a tiny bit of fur on the hood, it is still called a '패딩.' Calling it a '털옷' would confuse people because the primary material is nylon/polyester, not fur. Only call it a 털옷 if the entire garment (or a significant portion) is made of fur.

❌ 이 털옷(패딩) 진짜 따뜻해. (This fur coat (meaning puffer) is really warm.)
✅ 이 패딩 진짜 따뜻해. (This puffer jacket is really warm.)

Pronunciation can also be a hurdle. The 'ㅅ' in '옷' is often silent or changes when followed by particles. In '털옷' (teol-ot), the 'ㅅ' carries over to the next vowel if a particle like '이' follows: 털옷이 [터로시]. Beginners often mispronounce it as [터롣이], which sounds unnatural. Practice the liaison (연음) to sound more fluent.

Register and Formality: While 털옷 is fine for general use, in a professional fashion context, using '모피' (mopi) is more appropriate. Using '털옷' in a high-end business meeting might sound a bit childish or overly simplistic.

저희 브랜드의 이번 시즌 주력 상품은 모피 코트입니다. (Our brand's main product this season is the fur coat - *Using 'mopi' for professionalism*.)

By avoiding these common pitfalls—confusing fur with wool, misusing it for puffer jackets, and neglecting the liaison in pronunciation—you will use the word 털옷 with much greater accuracy and confidence.

To truly master the vocabulary of winter clothing in Korean, it's important to know the alternatives to 털옷. Depending on the material, the style, and the level of formality, you might choose a different word to be more precise.

털옷 vs. 모피 (Mopi): 털옷 is the general, pure Korean term. It feels cozy and descriptive.
모피 (毛皮) is a Sino-Korean term literally meaning 'hair-skin.' It is used in formal, commercial, or technical contexts. If you are buying a 5,000 USD mink coat, the salesperson will call it '모피.' If you are talking about your favorite fuzzy jacket, you say '털옷.'

백화점 5층에는 고급 모피 매장이 있어요. (There is a luxury fur store on the 5th floor of the department store.)

Another common alternative is 무스탕 (Mustang). This is a Korean 'Konglish' term derived from the Mustang fighter plane (whose pilots wore shearling jackets). It specifically refers to shearling or sheepskin jackets where the leather is on the outside and the wool/fur is on the inside. While a 'Mustang' is technically a type of 털옷, it is almost always called by its specific name in fashion circles.

털옷 vs. 니트/스웨터: 니트 (Knit) and 스웨터 (Sweater) are for garments made of yarn. Even if the yarn is fuzzy, they are rarely called 털옷 unless they are exceptionally shaggy. Use '털옷' for coats and '니트' for indoor tops.

그는 청바지에 갈색 무스탕을 입고 있었어요. (He was wearing a brown shearling jacket with jeans.)

For the extremely popular padded jackets, the word is 패딩 (Padding). You will also hear 파카 (Parka). If these have fur trim on the hood, that trim is called 털 트리밍 or simply 모자 털. Using '털옷' for a whole parka is technically okay but less common than saying '털이 달린 패딩' (a padded jacket with fur attached).

Regional Variations: In North Korean dialects, you might hear '털옷' used even more frequently for all types of heavy winter wear, as the climate necessitates constant use of such garments.

동물 보호를 위해 인조 털옷을 사는 사람들이 늘고 있어요. (The number of people buying faux fur clothing to protect animals is increasing.)

By knowing these distinctions, you can choose the right word for the right situation. Whether you want to sound like a fashion expert using '모피' or a regular person talking about their '따뜻한 털옷,' having these alternatives in your vocabulary toolkit will make your Korean much richer.

How Formal Is It?

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Unlike many Korean fashion terms which are borrowed from Chinese (Sino-Korean) or English, '털옷' remains a purely Korean word, which is why it feels more 'homely' and descriptive to native speakers.

Guía de pronunciación

UK /tʰʌl.ot̚/

US /tʰʌl.ot̚/

The stress is equal on both syllables, though the first syllable '털' may feel slightly longer due to the liquid 'ㄹ'.

Rima con

별옷 (byeolot - star clothes/metaphorical) 말옷 (malot - horse clothes) 발옷 (balot - foot clothes/archaic) 칼옷 (kalot - sword sheath/archaic) 물옷 (mulot - water clothes/swimwear) 불옷 (bulot - fireproof clothes) 풀옷 (pulot - grass clothes) 굴옷 (gulot - cave clothes)

Errores comunes

Pronouncing 'ㅅ' as an 's' sound at the end: It should be a stopped [t].
Failing to carry the 'ㅅ' sound over to a following vowel (liaison).
Making the 'ㄹ' sound too much like an English 'r'.
Pronouncing '옷' like 'out'.
Not aspirating the 'ㅌ' in '털'.

Nivel de dificultad

Lectura 1/5

Very easy to read as it uses basic Hangul characters and two simple nouns.

Escritura 2/5

Simple, but remember the 'ㅅ' at the end of '옷' which can be tricky for beginners' spelling.

Expresión oral 2/5

The liaison (teol-osi) is the only minor challenge.

Escucha 1/5

Distinct sounds make it easy to identify in conversation.

Qué aprender después

Requisitos previos

털 (fur/hair) 옷 (clothes) 입다 (to wear) 겨울 (winter) 춥다 (to be cold)

Aprende después

모피 (formal fur) 가죽 (leather) 목도리 (scarf) 장갑 (gloves) 스웨터 (sweater)

Avanzado

의류 산업 (garment industry) 동물권 (animal rights) 지속 가능한 패션 (sustainable fashion) 방한용품 (winter protection items) 질감 (texture)

Gramática que debes saber

Noun + 을/를 (Object Particle)

털옷을 입어요.

Noun + 이/가 (Subject Particle)

털옷이 비싸요.

Adjective + Noun (Modifier Form)

부드러운 털옷.

-아/어지다 (Becoming/Change of State)

날씨가 추워져서 털옷을 입었어요.

-(으)ㄹ 수밖에 없다 (No choice but to...)

추워서 털옷을 입을 수밖에 없어요.

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Ejemplos por nivel

이 털옷은 아주 따뜻해요.

This fur coat is very warm.

이 (this) + 털옷 (fur coat) + 은 (topic particle) + 아주 (very) + 따뜻해요 (is warm).

동생이 귀여운 털옷을 입었어요.

My younger sibling wore a cute fur coat.

입었어요 is the past tense of 입다 (to wear).

엄마, 저 털옷 사주세요.

Mom, please buy me that fur coat.

-아/어 주세요 is the polite way to ask for a favor.

추운 겨울에는 털옷이 필요해요.

In cold winter, fur clothes are necessary.

필요해요 means 'is necessary' or 'need'.

그 털옷은 무슨 색이에요?

What color is that fur coat?

무슨 (what) + 색 (color).

강아지도 털옷을 입어요.

The dog wears a fur coat too.

-도 means 'also' or 'too'.

털옷이 너무 비싸요.

The fur coat is too expensive.

너무 (too) + 비싸요 (is expensive).

부드러운 털옷을 만져 보세요.

Try touching the soft fur coat.

-아/어 보세요 means 'try doing something'.

날씨가 추워지면 털옷을 꺼내야 해요.

When the weather gets cold, I have to take out the fur clothes.

-아/어지다 (to become) + -면 (if/when).

이 털옷은 진짜 털이 아니에요.

This fur coat is not real fur.

이/가 아니에요 (is not).

백화점에서 세일하는 털옷을 봤어요.

I saw a fur coat on sale at the department store.

세일하는 is a present participle modifying 털옷.

털옷을 입으면 뚱뚱해 보여요.

If I wear a fur coat, I look fat.

-아/어 보여요 means 'looks like...'.

이 털옷은 세탁기에 돌리면 안 돼요.

You shouldn't put this fur coat in the washing machine.

-(으)면 안 돼요 means 'should not'.

친구에게 생일 선물로 털옷을 줬어요.

I gave my friend a fur coat as a birthday present.

주다 (to give) in past tense.

저는 털옷보다 패딩이 더 좋아요.

I like padded jackets more than fur clothes.

-보다 (than) is used for comparison.

털옷의 털이 자꾸 빠져요.

The fur from the fur coat keeps falling out.

자꾸 (repeatedly/keep doing).

털옷을 입고 있는 저 여자가 누구예요?

Who is that woman wearing the fur coat?

-고 있다 expresses a continuous state.

요즘은 진짜 털옷 대신 인조 털옷을 많이 입어요.

These days, people wear faux fur clothes a lot instead of real fur.

대신 (instead of).

털옷을 입기에는 오늘 날씨가 너무 따뜻해요.

The weather is too warm today to be wearing fur clothes.

-기에는 means 'for doing something' or 'to be doing something'.

가벼우면서도 따뜻한 털옷을 찾고 있어요.

I'm looking for fur clothes that are light yet warm.

-(으)면서도 (while also/at the same time).

그 털옷은 작년에 유행했던 스타일이에요.

That fur coat is a style that was popular last year.

-았던/었던 is used for past states or habits.

털옷은 보관하기가 까다로운 편이에요.

Fur clothes tend to be tricky to store.

-는 편이다 means 'tends to' or 'on the side of'.

비싼 털옷을 샀는데 비를 맞아서 속상해요.

I bought an expensive fur coat, but I'm upset because it got rained on.

비를 맞다 means 'to get hit by rain'.

할머니께서는 겨울마다 그 털옷을 즐겨 입으세요.

My grandmother enjoys wearing that fur coat every winter.

즐겨 (enjoyably/frequently) + 입으세요 (honorific wear).

동물 단체들은 털옷 제작에 반대하는 시위를 벌였어요.

Animal groups held a protest against the production of fur clothing.

반대하는 (opposing) modifies 시위 (protest).

이 털옷은 천연 모피와 구별하기 힘들 정도로 정교해요.

This fur clothing is so sophisticated that it's hard to distinguish from natural fur.

-(으)ㄹ 정도로 means 'to the extent that'.

털옷의 가격은 소재와 브랜드에 따라 천차만별입니다.

The price of fur clothing varies immensely depending on the material and brand.

-에 따라 (depending on).

그녀는 화려한 털옷으로 자신의 부를 과시하곤 했어요.

She used to show off her wealth with luxurious fur clothes.

-곤 하다 means 'to do something habitually'.

이 털옷은 특수 세탁이 필요하므로 세탁소에 맡겨야 합니다.

Since this fur clothing requires special cleaning, you must leave it at the dry cleaners.

-(으)므로 (because/since) - formal.

북쪽 지방 사람들은 생존을 위해 털옷을 입을 수밖에 없었습니다.

People in the northern regions had no choice but to wear fur clothes for survival.

-(으)ㄹ 수밖에 없다 (no choice but to).

털옷을 입을 때는 안의 옷을 가볍게 입는 것이 좋습니다.

When wearing fur clothes, it is good to wear light clothes underneath.

-는 것이 좋다 (it is good to...).

최근 패션계에서는 털옷 대신 인조 가죽과 에코 퍼를 선호합니다.

Recently, the fashion world prefers faux leather and eco-fur instead of fur clothes.

선호합니다 (prefer) - formal.

과거에 털옷은 단순한 방한용품을 넘어 사회적 지위의 상징이었습니다.

In the past, fur clothing was more than just a winter item; it was a symbol of social status.

-을/를 넘어 (beyond/transcending).

인조 털옷의 기술적 진보는 천연 모피 시장에 큰 타격을 주었습니다.

Technological advances in faux fur clothing have dealt a major blow to the natural fur market.

타격을 주다 (to deal a blow/impact).

털옷의 윤리적 쟁점은 세대 간의 가치관 차이를 극명하게 보여줍니다.

The ethical issues surrounding fur clothing clearly show the difference in values between generations.

극명하게 (clearly/starkly).

모피 반대 운동의 확산으로 털옷을 입고 외출하는 것이 조심스러워졌습니다.

With the spread of anti-fur movements, going out wearing fur clothes has become something to be cautious about.

-아/어지다 (to become) in past tense.

일부 털옷은 멸종 위기 동물의 가죽을 사용하여 법적 제재를 받기도 합니다.

Some fur clothing uses the skins of endangered animals and is subject to legal sanctions.

-기도 하다 (sometimes/also does).

털옷의 질감은 문학에서 종종 차가운 겨울과 대비되는 따스함으로 묘사됩니다.

The texture of fur clothing is often described in literature as a warmth that contrasts with the cold winter.

대비되는 (contrasting) modifies 따스함 (warmth).

디자이너는 털옷의 부피감을 활용하여 아방가르드한 실루엣을 연출했습니다.

The designer utilized the volume of the fur clothing to create an avant-garde silhouette.

연출하다 (to produce/create a look).

전통적인 털옷 제작 방식은 이제 박물관에서나 볼 수 있는 유물이 되었습니다.

Traditional methods of making fur clothing have now become artifacts that can only be seen in museums.

-에서나 (only in/at).

털옷이라는 물질적 기표 속에 함축된 자본주의적 욕망을 고찰해 볼 필요가 있다.

It is necessary to consider the capitalist desires implied within the material signifier of 'fur clothing.'

함축된 (implied/connoted).

기후 위기 시대에 털옷의 존립 여부는 패션의 지속 가능성과 직결되는 문제이다.

In the era of climate crisis, the existence of fur clothing is an issue directly linked to the sustainability of fashion.

직결되는 (directly linked).

인간이 동물의 털을 빌려 털옷을 해 입는 행위는 문명의 원초적 폭력성을 환기시킨다.

The act of humans borrowing animal fur to make and wear fur clothes evokes the primal violence of civilization.

환기시킨다 (evokes/calls up).

털옷의 미학은 그 이면에 숨겨진 생명 윤리의 희생을 담보로 성립된다.

The aesthetics of fur clothing are established at the cost of the sacrifice of bioethics hidden behind them.

담보로 (as collateral/at the cost of).

털옷의 유행 주기는 대중의 과시적 소비 성향과 밀접한 상관관계를 맺고 있다.

The fashion cycle of fur clothing has a close correlation with the conspicuous consumption tendencies of the public.

상관관계를 맺다 (to have a correlation).

동물의 털옷을 탐하는 인간의 욕심은 자연과의 공존을 저해하는 요인 중 하나이다.

Human greed for animal fur clothing is one of the factors hindering coexistence with nature.

저해하는 (hindering/impeding).

털옷의 촉각적 안락함은 인간의 원초적인 회귀 본능을 자극하는 측면이 있다.

The tactile comfort of fur clothing has an aspect that stimulates humans' primal instinct for regression.

회귀 본능 (instinct to return/regress).

현대 사회에서 털옷은 단순한 피복을 넘어 가치 소비의 시험대가 되고 있다.

In modern society, fur clothing is becoming a testing ground for value-based consumption beyond simple covering.

시험대 (testing ground/litmus test).

Colocaciones comunes

털옷을 입다

털옷을 벗다

따뜻한 털옷

부드러운 털옷

털옷을 꺼내다

인조 털옷

비싼 털옷

털옷을 세탁하다

화려한 털옷

털옷이 어울리다

Frases Comunes

털옷을 입은 짐승

— An animal wearing a fur coat. Used in children's books or descriptive biology.

곰은 두꺼운 털옷을 입은 짐승이에요.

털옷을 해 입다

— To have a fur coat made and wear it. Implies custom making or special preparation.

올겨울에는 털옷을 하나 해 입어야겠어요.

털옷을 장만하다

— To prepare or purchase fur clothing, usually in anticipation of winter.

미리 털옷을 장만해 두길 잘했어요.

털옷이 귀하다

— Fur clothes are rare or precious. Used in historical or scarcity contexts.

옛날에는 털옷이 아주 귀했어요.

털옷을 걸치다

— To throw on a fur coat. Implies a casual or quick action.

그녀는 급히 털옷을 걸치고 밖으로 나갔다.

털옷을 껴입다

— To layer up with fur clothing. Suggests extreme cold.

너무 추워서 털옷을 껴입었어요.

털옷을 선물하다

— To give fur clothing as a gift, often to elders.

부모님께 따뜻한 털옷을 선물해 드렸어요.

털옷을 챙기다

— To pack or prepare fur clothing for a trip or cold day.

스키장에 가니까 털옷을 꼭 챙기세요.

털옷을 관리하다

— To take care of fur clothing (cleaning, storing).

털옷은 관리하기가 쉽지 않아요.

털옷이 무겁다

— The fur coat is heavy. A common complaint about real fur.

이 털옷은 따뜻하지만 너무 무거워요.

Se confunde a menudo con

털옷 vs 스웨터 (Sweater)

A sweater is knitted yarn, while 털옷 is fur-like material.

털옷 vs 패딩 (Padding)

Padding is a puffer jacket. Even with fur on the hood, it's called 'Padding'.

털옷 vs 가발 (Wig)

Both involve hair (털), but a wig is for the head, not the body.

Modismos y expresiones

"털옷을 입고 불에 뛰어들다"

— To run into a fire wearing a fur coat. It means to walk into obvious danger or to seek one's own destruction.

그건 털옷을 입고 불에 뛰어드는 것과 다름없어.

Literary/Proverbial

"여우 털옷을 입다"

— Literally wearing a fox fur coat, but metaphorically can imply someone is acting sly or cunning while looking rich.

그 여자는 여우 털옷을 입은 것처럼 속이 시커멓다.

Colloquial/Metaphorical

"겨울 털옷을 벗다"

— To shed one's winter fur. Often used for animals, but can metaphorically mean preparing for a new season or change.

이제 겨울 털옷을 벗고 봄을 맞이할 때입니다.

Poetic

"털옷 입은 양"

— A sheep in a fur coat. Similar to 'wolf in sheep's clothing' but sometimes used to describe someone pretending to be more than they are.

그는 털옷 입은 양처럼 순진한 척을 한다.

Informal

"털옷이 날개다"

— Clothing is wings (similar to 'clothes make the man'). Specifically implies that a fancy fur coat makes someone look much better.

역시 털옷이 날개라더니, 입으니까 훨씬 멋지네.

Colloquial

"털옷에 벼룩"

— A flea in a fur coat. Describes a small problem or annoyance within something very large or expensive.

이 비싼 털옷에 얼룩이라니, 털옷에 벼룩이 있는 기분이야.

Humorous

"털옷을 거꾸로 입다"

— To wear a fur coat inside out. Implies someone is in a great hurry or very confused.

정신이 없어서 털옷을 거꾸로 입고 나왔어요.

Informal

"개 털옷"

— Dog fur clothes. Used disparagingly to describe cheap, low-quality, or scruffy clothing.

이게 뭐야, 완전 개 털옷 같잖아.

Slang/Derogatory

"털옷을 빌려 입다"

— To wear a borrowed fur coat. Metaphorically means enjoying wealth or status that isn't yours.

그는 사장의 털옷을 빌려 입은 듯 거드름을 피웠다.

Literary

"털옷 덕을 보다"

— To benefit from a fur coat. Usually means surviving the cold thanks to good clothing.

이번 강추위에는 털옷 덕을 톡톡히 봤어요.

Colloquial

Fácil de confundir

털옷 vs 모피

Both mean fur clothing.

모피 is Sino-Korean and more formal/commercial. 털옷 is Pure Korean and more colloquial.

백화점에서는 '모피'라고 부르고, 집에서는 '털옷'이라고 해요.

털옷 vs 양털

Both involve '털'.

양털 specifically means sheep's wool. 털옷 is the finished garment.

양털로 만든 털옷은 정말 따뜻해요.

털옷 vs 깃털

Both are animal coverings.

깃털 means feathers. 털옷 usually refers to mammal fur.

오리털(깃털) 잠바는 털옷과는 느낌이 달라요.

털옷 vs 머리카락

Both mean hair.

머리카락 is specifically human head hair. 털 is more general (body hair/animal fur).

머리카락으로 옷을 만들지는 않죠.

털옷 vs 무스탕

It is a type of 털옷.

무스탕 is a specific style (shearling). 털옷 is the general category.

이 무스탕은 안감이 털옷처럼 되어 있어요.

Patrones de oraciones

저는 [털옷]을 입어요.

저는 털옷을 입어요.

[털옷]이 [Adjective]네요.

털옷이 아주 따뜻하네요.

[털옷]을 입으니까 [Result].

털옷을 입으니까 하나도 안 추워요.

[털옷]은 [Noun]보다 [Adjective].

털옷은 코트보다 훨씬 따뜻해요.

[털옷]의 [Noun]은 [Noun]에 기여한다.

털옷의 보온성은 겨울철 생존에 기여한다.

[털옷]이라는 [Concept]은 [Philosophy].

털옷이라는 물질은 인간의 욕망을 투영한다.

[털옷] 주세요.

저 털옷 주세요.

[털옷]을 [Verb]고 싶어요.

예쁜 털옷을 사고 싶어요.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivos

털 (fur/hair)

옷 (clothes)

털실 (wool yarn)

털가죽 (pelt)

털모자 (fur hat)

털장갑 (fur gloves)

털신 (fur shoes/boots)

Verbos

털다 (to shake off/dust - though etymologically different, often confused)

옷 입다 (to dress)

Adjetivos

털털하다 (easygoing - related to the 'shaking' sense, but phonetically similar)

털이 많은 (hairy/furry)

Relacionado

모피 (fur)

양털 (sheep wool)

깃털 (feather)

솜 (cotton)

가죽 (leather)

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Cómo usarlo

frequency

High during winter months (Nov-Feb), very low during summer.

Errores comunes

Using 털옷 for a regular t-shirt. → 티셔츠 (T-shirt)
털옷 implies fur or hair. A cotton t-shirt has no '털'.
Saying '털옷을 머리에 써요' (I wear fur clothes on my head). → 털모자를 써요 (I wear a fur hat).
옷 is for the body. For the head, use '모자'.
Pronouncing 털옷 as 'Teol-ot-ee' with a hard T. → Teol-osi (터로시)
The 'ㅅ' sound carries over as an 's' sound when followed by '이'.
Calling a wool sweater '털옷' in a fashion store. → 니트 (Knit) or 스웨터 (Sweater)
In fashion, precision matters. 털옷 is for outer coats with visible fur.
Using 털옷 to describe a wig. → 가발 (Gabal)
A wig is made of hair, but it is not 'clothing' (옷).

Consejos

Learn the components

If you remember that '털' is fur and '옷' is clothes, you'll never forget this word. This logic applies to many Korean words like '털모자' (fur hat) and '털장갑' (fur gloves).

Respect the elders

Giving a high-quality 털옷 to an elderly relative is considered a very thoughtful and respectful gift in Korea because it shows you care about their health and warmth during winter.

Smooth the ㅅ

When you say '털옷이' (teol-osi), make sure the 's' sound is soft and flows directly from the 'o'. Avoid a hard 't' stop between the syllables.

Eco-fur is trendy

If you want to sound modern, use the term '에코 퍼' (eco-fur) when talking about stylish 털옷 that aren't made from animals.

Particles matter

Always check if the next word starts with a vowel. '털옷은' [터로슨], '털옷이' [터로시], '털옷을' [터로슬]. The 'ㅅ' sound only appears when a vowel follows.

Not just for coats

While usually a coat, '털옷' can also refer to a fuzzy vest or a very thick furry hoodie. It’s all about the texture.

Identify by context

If you hear '털' in a clothing store, it's almost certainly about the material. If you hear it at a barber shop, it's about hair. Context is king!

Compound spelling

There is no space between '털' and '옷'. It is written as one word: 털옷.

Complimenting

If someone is wearing a 털옷, a great compliment is '털옷이 정말 따뜻해 보이네요' (Your fur coat looks really warm).

Dry clean only

Assume any 털옷 needs professional cleaning. Mentioning '세탁소' (dry cleaners) and '털옷' together is very common.

Memorízalo

Mnemotecnia

Think of a 'Tall' (털) person wearing a 'Coat' (옷). 'Teol-ot' sounds a bit like 'Tall-Oat'. Imagine a tall oat stalk wearing a fuzzy fur coat.

Asociación visual

Visualize a giant, fluffy teddy bear being turned into a jacket. The 'fur' (털) is the key feature you see first, then you realize it's 'clothes' (옷).

Word Web

겨울 (Winter) 눈 (Snow) 따뜻하다 (Warm) 부드럽다 (Soft) 비싸다 (Expensive) 동물 (Animal) 백화점 (Department Store) 패션 (Fashion)

Desafío

Try to find three different things in your house that could be called '털' (like a rug, a pet, or a sweater) and say '털옷' three times while touching them.

Origen de la palabra

The word is a compound of two Pure Korean (indigenous) words: '털' (teol) and '옷' (ot).

Significado original: '털' originally referred to any hair growing on animals or humans. '옷' is the general term for garments.

Koreanic (Pure Korean).

Contexto cultural

Be careful when discussing '털옷' made of real animal fur. Animal rights are a growing concern in South Korea, and some people may have strong negative opinions about natural fur.

In English-speaking countries, we often distinguish between a 'fur coat' and 'wool clothing.' In Korea, '털옷' is much more inclusive and can describe anything with a hairy texture.

Cruella de Vil (101 Dalmatians) is the ultimate 털옷 villain. The 'Mustang' jacket in the movie 'Top Gun' influenced Korean '털옷' fashion. Game of Thrones characters wear heavy 털옷 to survive the North.

Practica en la vida real

Contextos reales

Shopping at a Mall

이 털옷 얼마예요?
더 가벼운 털옷 있어요?
이거 인조 털옷인가요?
털옷 세일 하나요?

Preparing for Winter

털옷을 미리 꺼내 둬야겠어.
올겨울은 털옷 없이는 못 버텨.
털옷 세탁소에 맡겼어?
새 털옷 하나 장만할까?

Talking about Pets

우리 강아지 털옷 입히니까 귀엽지?
고양이는 천연 털옷을 입고 있네.
강아지 털옷 사이즈가 어떻게 돼요?
추운 날씨엔 강아지도 털옷이 필요해.

Fashion Discussion

요즘은 페이크 퍼 털옷이 대세야.
그 털옷 색깔이 너랑 잘 어울려.
너무 부해 보이는 털옷은 별로야.
털옷에 청바지 입으면 예뻐.

At the Dry Cleaners

이 털옷 드라이클리닝 해 주세요.
털옷에 커피를 쏟았어요.
털옷 냄새 좀 빼 주세요.
털옷 보관 서비스 되나요?

Inicios de conversación

"오늘 입은 털옷 정말 따뜻해 보이네요. 어디서 사셨어요?"

"겨울에는 역시 털옷이 최고죠? 추위를 많이 타시나요?"

"요즘 인조 털옷이 유행이라는데, 하나 살까 고민 중이에요."

"집에 털옷이 몇 벌이나 있으세요? 저는 한 벌밖에 없어요."

"혹시 털옷 관리하는 좋은 방법 알고 계신가요?"

Temas para diario

오늘 날씨가 너무 추워서 털옷을 입었다. 털옷을 입었을 때의 느낌을 설명해 보자.

내가 가장 아끼는 털옷에 대해 써 보자. 언제 샀고 왜 좋아하는가?

동물 보호를 위해 진짜 털옷을 입지 말아야 한다는 의견에 대해 어떻게 생각하는가?

미래의 겨울 옷은 어떤 모습일까? 털옷보다 더 따뜻한 옷이 나올까?

어린 시절, 부모님이 사주셨던 따뜻한 털옷에 대한 기억이 있는가?

Preguntas frecuentes

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No, '털옷' is used for both real animal fur and synthetic (faux) fur. In fact, these days, most people using the word '털옷' are referring to artificial fur or very fuzzy fleece-like materials.

While '털' can mean wool, calling a standard thin sweater a '털옷' is unusual. It's better to use '니트' or '스웨터'. Use '털옷' for something thick and shaggy.

You can say '인조 털옷' (artificial fur clothes) or '페이크 퍼' (fake fur). '에코 퍼' (eco-fur) is also very popular.

Like most clothing items, the counter is '벌' (beol). For example, '털옷 한 벌' (one fur coat).

Yes, it is a compound of '털' (fur/hair) and '옷' (clothes). It is a Pure Korean compound.

Korean nouns do not have grammatical gender. Anyone can wear a 털옷!

Most 털옷 require dry cleaning (드라이클리닝). You should check the label (라벨) carefully before washing.

It is a visual shorthand for wealth, extravagance, and sometimes a cold, 'predatory' personality.

No, a blanket is '이불'. A fuzzy blanket might be called '털 담요' (teol dam-yo), but not '털옷'.

Yes, it is a common word in North Korea as well, given their very cold winters.

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