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A1 noun #6,000 सबसे आम 9 मिनट पढ़ने का समय

옷장

otjang शीर्ष 6,000

इसका अभ्यास करें उदाहरण नोट्स और सुझाव 옷장 30 सेकंड में

व्याख्या 옷장 in your Level:

At the A1 level, '옷장' (ot-jang) is one of the first household objects you will learn. It is a simple compound noun: '옷' means clothes and '장' means a cabinet. Beginners should focus on using it with the basic existence pattern: '옷장에 옷이 있어요' (There are clothes in the wardrobe). You will also use it with basic verbs like '사다' (to buy) and '열다' (to open). At this stage, the goal is simply to identify the object in a room and use the correct location particle '-에'. You might also learn to describe it with simple adjectives like '크다' (big) or '작다' (small). For example, '큰 옷장' (a big wardrobe). It is a foundational word for building your daily life vocabulary and describing your immediate environment in Korean.

At the A2 level, you begin to use '옷장' in more complex daily routines. You should be comfortable using verbs like '정리하다' (to organize), '넣다' (to put in), and '꺼내다' (to take out). This is where you start to differentiate between the wardrobe and other furniture like '서랍장' (chest of drawers). You might also encounter the word in the context of shopping or moving houses. For example, '옷장을 어디에 놓을까요?' (Where shall we put the wardrobe?). You will also start using the particle '-에서' to describe actions happening inside or from the wardrobe, such as '옷장에서 옷을 꺼냈어요' (I took clothes out of the wardrobe). Your ability to describe the contents and the state of the wardrobe (e.g., '옷장이 지저분해요' - the wardrobe is messy) should improve.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

At the B1 level, '옷장' appears in more descriptive and narrative contexts. You might discuss home interior trends or seasonal habits. At this stage, you should understand the nuance between '옷장' and '장롱' (traditional wardrobe). You will use the word in sentences with connecting particles and more advanced grammar like '-기 시작하다' (start to) or '-기로 하다' (decide to). For example, '계절이 바뀌어서 옷장을 정리하기 시작했어요' (The seasons changed, so I started organizing the wardrobe). You might also hear the word in social contexts, such as describing a friend's house or complaining about a lack of storage space. The word becomes less about just the object and more about the management of one's personal space and lifestyle.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

At the B2 level, '옷장' can be used in more abstract or metaphorical ways in conversation and literature. You might encounter it in discussions about sustainability (e.g., '옷장 속의 안 입는 옷들을 기부합시다' - Let's donate the clothes in our wardrobes that we don't wear). You should be able to understand and use compound words and professional terms related to furniture, such as '붙박이 옷장' (built-in wardrobe) or '슬라이딩 옷장' (sliding wardrobe). At this level, you can also handle more complex sentence structures involving the wardrobe as a subject of a passive action or a detailed description in a story. Your vocabulary around the '옷장' expands to include maintenance, such as '습기 제거제' (moisture absorbers) used inside wardrobes during the rainy season.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

At the C1 level, you will encounter '옷장' in sophisticated literature, news reports about the furniture industry, or psychological essays. It might be used as a metaphor for hidden secrets (similar to 'skeletons in the closet') or as a symbol of one's identity and social status. You should be able to discuss the historical evolution of the '옷장' from the traditional 'jang' to modern modular systems using academic terminology. In writing, you might use it to set a scene with rich sensory details—the smell of cedar, the sound of a heavy wooden door creaking, or the visual of perfectly aligned garments. You are expected to understand the cultural significance of furniture in Korean society and how the '옷장' reflects changing domestic values over decades.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

At the C2 level, '옷장' is a tool for masterful expression. You can analyze the word's role in Korean cinema or literature with high-level proficiency. You might discuss the semiotics of the wardrobe in a specific film or compare the linguistic development of furniture terms across different dialects or historical periods. Your usage is indistinguishable from a native speaker, including the use of rare idioms or highly specific technical jargon related to furniture manufacturing and design. Whether writing a formal critique of interior architecture or a poetic reflection on the passage of time through the items left in an old '옷장', you use the word with perfect precision, nuance, and cultural depth.

पूरी व्याख्या पढ़ने के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें

इसका अभ्यास करें उदाहरण नोट्स और सुझाव

옷장 30 सेकंड में

옷장 (ot-jang) means wardrobe or closet in Korean.
It is a compound noun made of '옷' (clothes) and '장' (cabinet).
Commonly used with verbs like '정리하다' (organize) and '넣다' (put in).
In modern Korea, '붙박이 옷장' (built-in wardrobe) is very common in apartments.

The Korean word 옷장 (ot-jang) is a fundamental noun that every learner encounters early in their journey. At its core, it refers to a piece of furniture designed specifically for storing clothing. While the English translation often alternates between 'wardrobe' and 'closet,' the Korean term encompasses a variety of storage solutions, from the massive, ornate wooden chests found in traditional homes to the sleek, built-in sliding systems found in modern Seoul apartments. Understanding this word is essential because it is central to daily life routines, interior design discussions, and even cultural metaphors regarding privacy and personal space.

Daily Routine Context: In the morning, the first place many Koreans go after waking up is the 옷장. It is the hub of preparation, where one decides how to present themselves to the world. Whether you are grabbing a school uniform or a business suit, the action of 'opening the wardrobe' (옷장을 열다) signifies the start of the day.
Interior Design and Space: In modern Korean real estate, a 'built-in wardrobe' (붙박이 옷장) is a highly sought-after feature. Because living spaces in major cities can be compact, the efficiency of the 옷장—how many compartments it has and how well it utilizes vertical space—is a major talking point for renters and buyers alike.
Traditional Roots: Historically, Korean furniture included the 'jangnong' (장농), a stackable chest. While 옷장 is the modern standard term, the legacy of high-quality woodcraft and the importance of preserving silk garments (hanbok) in a protective environment still influence how Koreans view this piece of furniture today.

새 집으로 이사하면서 크고 현대적인 옷장을 새로 샀어요.
— Translation: Since I moved to a new house, I bought a new, large, and modern wardrobe.

The word is composed of two Hanja-based elements: '옷' (ot), meaning clothes, and '장' (jang), meaning a cabinet or chest. This logical construction makes it easy for learners to expand their vocabulary. For instance, if you know '책' (chaek) means book, you can guess that '책장' (chaek-jang) means bookshelf. This systematic nature of the Korean language is perfectly exemplified by 옷장. Furthermore, the word carries a sense of domesticity and intimacy. One's 옷장 is a private space, and looking into someone else's wardrobe without permission is generally considered a breach of privacy in Korean social etiquette.

계절이 바뀌어서 옷장 정리를 해야겠어요.
— Translation: The seasons have changed, so I need to organize my wardrobe.

Materiality: You will often hear the word paired with materials: '나무 옷장' (wooden wardrobe), '철제 옷장' (metal wardrobe), or '플라스틱 옷장' (plastic storage drawers). The choice of material often reflects the user's age, economic status, or aesthetic preference.

Using 옷장 correctly involves understanding its relationship with common Korean particles and verbs. Since it is a physical location, it is frequently used with the static location particle -에 (at/in) or the dynamic location particle -에서 (from/at). Mastering these combinations allows you to describe everyday actions with precision and natural flow.

Common Verb Pairings

옷장을 정리하다 (To organize the wardrobe): A very common phrase used during seasonal changes.
옷장에서 꺼내다 (To take out from the wardrobe): Used when retrieving an item.
옷장에 넣다 (To put into the wardrobe): Used for storing items.
옷장이 꽉 차다 (The wardrobe is full): A relatable expression for anyone with too many clothes.

겨울 코트를 옷장 깊숙이 넣어 두었어요.
— Translation: I put my winter coat deep inside the wardrobe.

In terms of sentence structure, 옷장 usually functions as the object or the location. When it is the object, you use the particle -을. For example, '옷장을 샀어요' (I bought a wardrobe). When describing what is inside, you use the structure '옷장에 [Noun]이/가 있어요'. This is the most basic A1-level pattern that every student should master. As you progress to intermediate levels, you might use more descriptive adjectives like '낡은 옷장' (an old/worn-out wardrobe) or '심플한 옷장' (a simple wardrobe).

그의 옷장에는 비싼 정장들이 가득했다.
— Translation: His wardrobe was full of expensive suits.

Furthermore, 옷장 can be modified by possessives to indicate ownership. '동생의 옷장' (My younger sibling's wardrobe) or '부모님의 옷장' (My parents' wardrobe). In Korean culture, respect for elders often extends to their belongings, so one might use honorifics when talking about a grandparent's wardrobe, though the word 옷장 itself doesn't have a separate honorific form like 'house' (집 -> 댁) does. Instead, you would use honorific verbs like '정리하셨어요' (organized - honorific) to show respect.

Advanced Usage: Metaphors: In literary contexts, the 'closet' can represent one's inner self or hidden past. Phrases like '마음의 옷장' (the wardrobe of the heart) might appear in lyrics or poetry to describe stored memories or emotions that one hasn't 'taken out' for a long time.

The word 옷장 is ubiquitous in South Korea, appearing in various domains from commercial advertisements to casual household conversations. If you walk into a furniture store like IKEA in Gwangmyeong or a local 'Gagu-geori' (furniture street), you will see signs prominently displaying 옷장. Salespeople will use it to describe the features of their products, focusing on durability, wood type, and storage capacity.

“이 옷장은 수납 공간이 아주 넉넉합니다.”
— Context: A furniture salesman explaining that 'This wardrobe has very generous storage space.'

In the realm of Korean media, particularly 'Home Makeover' shows or 'Vlogs' (브이로그), 옷장 is a star. YouTubers often film 'Wardrobe Tours' (옷장 투어) or 'Closet Decluttering' (옷장 비우기) videos. In these contexts, you'll hear the word used alongside fashion terminology. Viewers are interested in how influencers organize their clothes, what kind of hangers they use, and how they maintain their 옷장 to keep it smelling fresh (using 'deiseu' or sachets).

Another common place to hear this word is in department stores or clothing shops, though slightly differently. While a shop uses 'haeng-geo' (hangers) or 'jinsang-dae' (display stands), a customer might say, “제 옷장에 이런 스타일이 없어요” (I don't have this style in my wardrobe). Here, 옷장 acts as a metonymy for one's entire clothing collection. It's not just the furniture; it's the contents within.

Real-world Frequency: In a typical Korean household, the word is used weekly, if not daily. Parents might tell their children: “옷장에 옷 좀 집어넣어!” (Put your clothes in the wardrobe!). It’s a word tied to the discipline of tidiness and the management of one's personal belongings.

“이번 주말에는 꼭 옷장을 정리해야겠어.”
— Context: A person talking to themselves or a friend about their weekend plans to clean.

Even though 옷장 is a simple noun, English speakers and other learners often make specific errors when using it. These mistakes usually stem from confusing it with related furniture or using incorrect particles.

Confusing with 'Seorapjang' (서랍장): A common mistake is calling a chest of drawers an '옷장'. While both hold clothes, a 서랍장 specifically has drawers (서랍), whereas an 옷장 usually implies a taller cabinet where clothes can be hung. If you are talking about a small unit for socks and t-shirts, '서랍장' is more accurate.
Particle Errors: '에' vs '를': Learners often say '옷장을 있어요' (incorrect) instead of '옷장에 있어요' (correct). Remember that with existence verbs like 있다/없다, the location must take the particle '에'. Use '을/를' only when you are performing an action *on* the wardrobe, like '옷장을 닦다' (wipe the wardrobe).

❌ 옷장을 옷이 많아요. (Wrong)
✅ 옷장에 옷이 많아요. (Correct)

Another subtle mistake involves the pronunciation. The final consonant 'ㅅ' in '옷' (ot) is pronounced as a 't' sound when followed by a consonant. However, because '장' follows it, some learners accidentally try to pronounce the 's' sound. It should be a clean [옫짱] sound due to tensification. Incorrectly pronouncing it can make the word sound like two separate words rather than a single compound noun.

Overusing 'Closet' in English Thinking: In English, a 'closet' is often a built-in room or small space. In Korea, most wardrobes are standalone furniture. If you are talking about a walk-in closet, the modern loanword '드레스룸' (dress room) is actually more common than 옷장. Using '옷장' for a large walk-in room might sound a bit dated or overly simplistic.

To truly master Korean, you need to know the synonyms and related terms for 옷장. The Korean language has several words that describe clothing storage, each with its own specific nuance and context.

장롱 (Jang-nong): This is a more traditional and formal term. It usually refers to a large, often three-sectioned wooden wardrobe. While 옷장 is general, 장롱 carries a sense of weight, tradition, and often, high cost. Older generations are more likely to use this word.
서랍장 (Seorap-jang): As mentioned before, this is a chest of drawers. It’s used for items that are folded rather than hung, such as underwear, socks, and t-shirts. It is a vital companion to the 옷장 in any bedroom.
행거 (Haeng-geo): A loanword from 'hanger,' but in Korea, it usually refers to an open garment rack. These are popular in smaller studio apartments (one-rooms) because they take up less visual space than a bulky 옷장.
드레스룸 (Deure-seu-rum): The loanword for 'dress room.' This refers to a walk-in closet or a dedicated room for clothes. It’s a modern, luxury-leaning term used in apartment listings and interior design.

“옷장이 너무 작아서 행거를 하나 더 샀어요.”
— Translation: The wardrobe was too small, so I bought another garment rack.

When choosing between these words, consider the structure of the furniture and the formality of the situation. If you are describing your bedroom to a friend, 옷장 is perfect. If you are looking at a high-end antique piece, 장롱 might be better. If you are in a modern apartment with a separate storage area, 드레스룸 is the way to go.

How Formal Is It?

रोचक तथ्य

Historically, 'jang' (欌) referred to a specific type of storage chest that was often stacked. Modern '옷장' has evolved into the tall, single-unit furniture we see today.

उच्चारण मार्गदर्शिका

UK /o̞t̚.t͈sʰa̠ŋ/

US /oʊt.dʒɑːŋ/

The stress is equal on both syllables, but the second syllable '장' sounds sharper due to tensification.

तुकबंदी

책장 (chaek-jang) 벽장 (byeok-jang) 찬장 (chan-jang) 서랍장 (seorap-jang) 신발장 (sinbal-jang) 공장 (gong-jang) 시장 (si-jang) 광장 (gwang-jang)

आम गलतियाँ

Pronouncing the 'ㅅ' in '옷' as an 's' sound instead of a silent 't'.
Failing to double the 'ㅈ' sound in '장', making it sound weak.
Pronouncing '옷' and '장' as two separate words with a pause.
Mixing up the 'o' sound with 'u'.
Aspirating the final 'ng' sound too much.

कठिनाई स्तर

पठन 1/5

Very easy to read as it consists of two common syllables.

लिखना 2/5

Simple strokes, but remember the 'ㅅ' patchim in '옷'.

बोलना 2/5

Requires attention to the tensification of '장' into '짱'.

श्रवण 1/5

Distinct sound, easy to identify in context.

आगे क्या सीखें

पूर्वापेक्षाएँ

옷 (clothes) 방 (room) 집 (house) 있다 (to be/exist) 가구 (furniture)

आगे सीखें

서랍장 (chest of drawers) 옷걸이 (hanger) 이불 (bedding) 정리하다 (to organize) 수납 (storage)

उन्नत

인테리어 (interior design) 공간 활용 (space utilization) 원목 (solid wood) 붙박이 (built-in) 미니멀리즘 (minimalism)

ज़रूरी व्याकरण

Location Particle -에

옷장에 옷이 있어요.

Dynamic Location Particle -에서

옷장에서 옷을 꺼냈어요.

Object Particle -을/를

옷장을 닦아요.

Noun Modification (Adjective + Noun)

큰 옷장, 예쁜 옷장

Tensification (사이시옷 현상)

Pronouncing 옷장 as [옫짱]

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स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण

옷장에 옷이 있어요.

There are clothes in the wardrobe.

Uses the existence particle '-에' and the verb '있어요'.

이 옷장은 아주 커요.

This wardrobe is very big.

Uses the demonstrative '이' (this) and the adjective '크다'.

엄마가 옷장을 샀어요.

Mom bought a wardrobe.

Uses the object particle '-을' and the past tense of '사다'.

옷장을 여세요.

Open the wardrobe.

Uses the imperative form '-(으)세요'.

제 옷장은 하얀색이에요.

My wardrobe is white.

Uses the possessive '제' (my) and the copula '-(이)에요'.

옷장에 가방이 없어요.

There is no bag in the wardrobe.

Uses the negative existence verb '없어요'.

동생이 옷장 뒤에 숨었어요.

My younger sibling hid behind the wardrobe.

Uses the position word '뒤' (behind).

옷장을 닫아 주세요.

Please close the wardrobe.

Uses the polite request form '-아/어 주세요'.

오늘 오후에 옷장을 정리할 거예요.

I am going to organize the wardrobe this afternoon.

Uses the future tense '-(으)ㄹ 거예요'.

옷장에서 파란색 셔츠를 꺼내세요.

Take out the blue shirt from the wardrobe.

Uses the dynamic location particle '-에서'.

새 옷을 옷장에 넣었어요.

I put the new clothes in the wardrobe.

Uses the verb '넣다' (to put in).

옷장이 너무 좁아서 옷을 다 못 넣어요.

The wardrobe is too narrow, so I can't put all the clothes in.

Uses the reason connector '-아서/어서' and the negative '못'.

어제 친구와 함께 옷장을 옮겼어요.

I moved the wardrobe with my friend yesterday.

Uses the verb '옮기다' (to move/shift).

옷장 문이 고장 났어요.

The wardrobe door is broken.

Uses the expression '고장 나다' (to be broken).

이 옷장은 나무로 만들어졌어요.

This wardrobe is made of wood.

Uses the material marker '-로' and the passive '만들어지다'.

옷장 위에 먼지가 많아요.

There is a lot of dust on top of the wardrobe.

Uses the position word '위' (top/above).

옷장을 정리하다 보니 안 입는 옷이 참 많네요.

While organizing the wardrobe, I realized there are so many clothes I don't wear.

Uses '-다 보니' to express a discovery made during an action.

작년에 산 옷장이 벌써 꽉 찼어요.

The wardrobe I bought last year is already full.

Uses the past participle '산' to modify '옷장'.

옷장에 제습제를 넣어 두는 것이 좋아요.

It is good to keep a dehumidifier in the wardrobe.

Uses the '-아/어 두다' form to indicate maintaining a state.

방이 좁아서 붙박이 옷장을 설치하기로 했어요.

Since the room is small, we decided to install a built-in wardrobe.

Uses '-기로 하다' to express a decision.

옷장 문을 열 때마다 기분 좋은 향기가 나요.

Every time I open the wardrobe door, a pleasant scent comes out.

Uses '-(으)ㄹ 때마다' meaning 'every time'.

오래된 옷장을 버리고 새것을 주문했어요.

I threw away the old wardrobe and ordered a new one.

Uses the connector '-고' and the noun '새것' (new thing).

이 옷장은 디자인은 예쁜데 수납 공간이 부족해요.

This wardrobe has a pretty design, but it lacks storage space.

Uses the contrastive connector '-ㄴ데'.

옷장에서 나는 냄새를 없애고 싶어요.

I want to get rid of the smell coming from the wardrobe.

Uses '-고 싶다' (want to) and '없애다' (to remove).

유행이 지난 옷들이 옷장 구석에 쌓여 있어요.

Outdated clothes are piled up in the corner of the wardrobe.

Uses the passive state '-어 있다'.

옷장을 열어보니 예전에 즐겨 입던 코트가 보이네요.

Opening the wardrobe, I see the coat I used to enjoy wearing.

Uses the retrospective modifier '-던'.

심플한 인테리어를 위해 옷장을 벽면과 같은 색으로 칠했어요.

For a simple interior, I painted the wardrobe the same color as the wall.

Uses '-기 위해' (for the sake of).

옷장 정리를 통해 마음의 여유를 찾을 수 있었습니다.

I was able to find peace of mind through organizing my wardrobe.

Uses '-(으)ㄹ 수 있다' (can/be able to).

아이들이 커가면서 더 큰 옷장이 필요하게 되었어요.

As the children grow, we have come to need a larger wardrobe.

Uses '-게 되다' to show a change in state.

옷장 안의 습기 때문에 곰팡이가 생기지 않도록 주의하세요.

Be careful not to let mold grow due to the humidity inside the wardrobe.

Uses '-지 않도록' (so that ... not).

이 옷장은 조립하기가 생각보다 까다롭네요.

Assembling this wardrobe is more tricky than I thought.

Uses '-기가' to turn a verb into a subject of evaluation.

옷장에 옷을 걸 때 색깔별로 분류하면 찾기 쉬워요.

When hanging clothes in the wardrobe, it's easy to find them if you categorize by color.

Uses the conditional '-면' (if/when).

그녀의 옷장은 단순한 가구가 아니라 그녀의 삶의 궤적을 담고 있다.

Her wardrobe is not just furniture; it contains the trajectory of her life.

Uses 'A가 아니라 B' (not A but B) structure.

미니멀리즘을 실천하기 위해 옷장의 절반을 비우기로 결심했다.

I decided to empty half of my wardrobe to practice minimalism.

Uses '실천하기 위해' (to put into practice).

옷장 깊숙이 숨겨두었던 낡은 일기장을 우연히 발견했다.

I accidentally discovered an old diary I had hidden deep in the wardrobe.

Uses the compound verb '숨겨두다' (to hide away).

최근에는 공간 활용도를 높인 맞춤형 옷장이 인기를 끌고 있다.

Recently, customized wardrobes that increase space efficiency are gaining popularity.

Uses the present progressive '-고 있다'.

옷장 문을 열자마자 쏟아지는 옷들 때문에 한참을 당황했다.

As soon as I opened the wardrobe door, I was flustered for a while because of the clothes pouring out.

Uses '-자마자' (as soon as).

이 원목 옷장은 시간이 흐를수록 그 가치가 더해지는 듯하다.

This solid wood wardrobe seems to increase in value as time passes.

Uses '-(으)ㄹ수록' (the more... the more).

옷장 정리는 단순히 물건을 치우는 행위를 넘어 정신적인 정화 과정을 의미하기도 한다.

Organizing a wardrobe goes beyond simply clearing items; it also signifies a process of mental purification.

Uses '-를 넘어' (beyond) and '-기도 한다' (also does).

그는 마치 옷장 속에 갇힌 사람처럼 답답한 심정을 토로했다.

He expressed his frustrated feelings as if he were a person trapped inside a wardrobe.

Uses the simile '마치 ~처럼' (just like).

옷장이라는 폐쇄된 공간은 인간의 내밀한 욕망과 비밀이 공존하는 장소이기도 하다.

The enclosed space known as a wardrobe is also a place where human's intimate desires and secrets coexist.

Uses sophisticated nouns like '폐쇄된' (enclosed) and '내밀한' (intimate).

장인의 손길이 닿은 이 옷장은 가구를 넘어 하나의 예술 작품으로 평가받는다.

This wardrobe, touched by a master's hand, is evaluated as a work of art beyond mere furniture.

Uses the passive form '평가받다' (to be evaluated).

세월의 흔적이 고스란히 남은 할머니의 옷장에서는 그리운 마른 꽃 향기가 났다.

From grandmother's wardrobe, which bore the traces of time intact, came the nostalgic scent of dried flowers.

Uses the adverb '고스란히' (intact/just as it is).

현대인의 옷장은 소비 지상주의가 낳은 과잉의 산물이라 해도 과언이 아니다.

It is no exaggeration to say that the modern person's wardrobe is a product of excess born from consumerism.

Uses the idiomatic expression '~라 해도 과언이 아니다'.

그 영화에서 옷장은 현실과 환상을 연결하는 매개체로서 중요한 상징적 의미를 지닌다.

In that movie, the wardrobe holds important symbolic meaning as a medium connecting reality and fantasy.

Uses technical literary terms like '매개체' (medium) and '상징적 의미' (symbolic meaning).

기성복의 범람 속에서 맞춤 옷장은 자신의 개성을 표현하는 최후의 보루가 되었다.

Amidst the flood of ready-made clothes, the custom wardrobe has become the last bastion for expressing one's individuality.

Uses metaphorical language like '범람' (flood) and '최후의 보루' (last bastion).

옷장 속에 켜켜이 쌓인 옷가지들은 주인의 성격과 취향을 가감 없이 드러낸다.

The layers of clothes piled in the wardrobe reveal the owner's personality and taste without addition or subtraction.

Uses the adverbial phrase '가감 없이' (without filter/honestly).

버려진 옷장 하나가 골목 어귀에 덩그러니 놓여 있는 모습은 왠지 모를 쓸쓸함을 자아낸다.

The sight of a discarded wardrobe sitting alone at the entrance of an alley evokes an inexplicable sense of loneliness.

Uses the emotive verb '자아내다' (to evoke/arouse).

सामान्य शब्द संयोजन

옷장을 정리하다

옷장이 꽉 차다

붙박이 옷장

옷장을 열다

옷장을 닫다

옷장에서 꺼내다

옷장에 넣다

나무 옷장

옷장 문

옷장 수납

सामान्य वाक्यांश

옷장이 터지려고 해요

— The wardrobe is about to burst (metaphor for being too full).

옷이 너무 많아서 옷장이 터지려고 해요.

옷장 속에 숨다

— To hide inside a wardrobe.

숨바꼭질할 때 옷장 속에 숨었어요.

옷장을 뒤지다

— To rummage through a wardrobe looking for something.

잃어버린 열쇠를 찾으려고 옷장을 뒤졌어요.

옷장을 비우다

— To empty out a wardrobe (usually for decluttering).

미니멀리즘을 위해 옷장을 비웠어요.

옷장을 채우다

— To fill up a wardrobe (often with new purchases).

쇼핑을 해서 옷장을 가득 채웠어요.

옷장이 낡다

— The wardrobe is old/worn out.

옷장이 너무 낡아서 새로 사고 싶어요.

옷장을 조립하다

— To assemble a wardrobe.

이케아에서 산 옷장을 조립했어요.

옷장 냄새

— The smell of a wardrobe (can be musty or fresh).

옷장 냄새를 없애려고 방향제를 샀어요.

옷장 공간

— Wardrobe space.

옷장 공간이 부족해서 고민이에요.

옷장 열쇠

— Wardrobe key (common for older furniture).

할머니는 옷장 열쇠를 항상 가지고 계세요.

अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है

옷장 vs 서랍장

A wardrobe (옷장) is for hanging; a chest of drawers (서랍장) is for folding.

옷장 vs 책장

A bookshelf. Both end in '장', but the prefix '책' means book.

옷장 vs 찬장

A kitchen cupboard or sideboard for dishes.

मुहावरे और अभिव्यक्तियाँ

"옷장 속에 해골"

— Skeletons in the closet (hidden secrets). This is a direct translation used in modern contexts.

누구나 옷장 속에 해골 하나쯤은 가지고 있다.

Literary

"옷장만 봐도 그 사람을 안다"

— You can know a person just by looking at their wardrobe (personality reflected in organization).

옷장만 봐도 그 사람이 얼마나 꼼꼼한지 알 수 있어요.

Proverbial

"옷장이 보물상자"

— The wardrobe is a treasure chest (full of valuable or sentimental items).

나에게는 이 낡은 옷장이 보물상자야.

Informal

"옷장을 열면 다른 세상"

— Opening the wardrobe leads to another world (referencing Narnia or just a big change in style).

그녀의 옷장을 열면 완전히 다른 세상이 펼쳐져요.

Creative

"옷장 정리가 마음 정리"

— Organizing your wardrobe is organizing your mind.

복잡할 때는 옷장 정리를 해보세요. 옷장 정리가 마음 정리니까요.

Psychological

"옷장 귀신"

— Wardrobe ghost (someone who spends too much time picking clothes or hiding).

너는 옷장 귀신이니? 왜 아직도 안 나와?

Slang/Playful

"옷장이 밥 먹여주나"

— Does the wardrobe feed you? (Used to criticize spending too much on clothes).

옷만 사지 말고 저축 좀 해. 옷장이 밥 먹여주나?

Informal/Sarcastic

"옷장 문이 닳도록"

— Until the wardrobe door wears out (doing something very frequently).

옷장 문이 닳도록 옷을 갈아입었어요.

Exaggerated

"비밀의 옷장"

— A secret wardrobe (holding hidden items).

그 방에는 아무도 모르는 비밀의 옷장이 있어요.

Narrative

"옷장 속에 갇히다"

— To be trapped in a wardrobe (feeling restricted or hidden).

자신의 편견이라는 옷장 속에 갇히지 마세요.

Metaphorical

आसानी से भ्रमित होने वाले

옷장 vs 장롱

Both mean wardrobe.

Jang-nong is more traditional, often larger, and made of heavy wood. Ot-jang is the general modern term.

할머니의 장롱은 정말 화려해요. / 내 방 옷장은 심플해요.

옷장 vs 행거

Both store clothes.

A haeng-geo is an open rack without doors. An ot-jang is a closed cabinet.

자주 입는 옷은 행거에 걸어둬요.

옷장 vs 벽장

Both are storage areas.

A byeok-jang is a closet built into the wall, often without a protruding frame. An ot-jang is usually a piece of furniture.

벽장 안에 이불을 넣었어요.

옷장 vs 수납장

Both are storage units.

Su-nap-jang is a general term for any storage cabinet (kitchen, bathroom, etc.), while ot-jang is specifically for clothes.

욕실 수납장에 수건이 있어요.

옷장 vs 서랍

Both are parts of storage.

Seorap is just the drawer itself, while ot-jang is the whole unit.

옷장 서랍을 열어보세요.

वाक्य संरचनाएँ

[Noun]은/는 옷장에 있어요.

바지는 옷장에 있어요.

옷장에 [Noun]이/가 있어요.

옷장에 치마가 있어요.

옷장에서 [Noun]을/를 꺼내요.

옷장에서 코트를 꺼내요.

옷장에 [Noun]을/를 넣어요.

옷장에 티셔츠를 넣어요.

옷장을 정리할 때마다 [Observation].

옷장을 정리할 때마다 기분이 좋아져요.

옷장이 너무 [Adjective]해서 [Result].

옷장이 너무 낡아서 문이 잘 안 닫혀요.

옷장 속에 [Verb]-던 [Noun].

옷장 속에 숨겨두었던 편지를 찾았다.

옷장은 [Metaphor]와/과 같다.

옷장은 나의 역사를 보여주는 박물관과 같다.

शब्द परिवार

संज्ञा

옷 (clothes)

장 (cabinet/chest)

옷걸이 (hanger)

옷매무새 (appearance of clothes)

옷감 (fabric)

क्रिया

옷을 입다 (to wear clothes)

옷을 벗다 (to take off clothes)

옷을 갈아입다 (to change clothes)

विशेषण

옷차림이 좋다 (to be well-dressed)

इसे कैसे इस्तेमाल करें

frequency

Extremely high in daily conversation.

सामान्य गलतियाँ

옷장을 있어요 → 옷장에 있어요
Existence verbs like 있다 require the location particle '에', not the object particle '을/를'.
Pronouncing it as 'O-sang' → Pronouncing it as 'Ot-jjang'
The 'ㅅ' is a patchim (final consonant) pronounced as 't', and it causes the following 'j' to become tense.
Using 옷장 for a shoe rack → 신발장
'옷' means clothes. For shoes (신발), you must use '신발장'.
Using 옷장 for a chest of drawers → 서랍장
If it only has drawers and no space to hang clothes, it is a '서랍장'.
옷장에서 넣다 → 옷장에 넣다
When putting something *into* a destination, use '에'. Use '에서' when taking something *out of* a location.

सुझाव

Learn the components

Remember that '옷' means clothes. This will help you learn related words like '옷걸이' (hanger) and '옷감' (fabric) much faster.

Watch the 'T' stop

Don't say 'oh-sang'. The 'ㅅ' is a 't' stop. Say 'ot-jjang'. This is a common mistake for beginners.

Built-in is key

When looking at Korean apartment listings, look for '붙박이장'—it’s a huge plus for storage space in small urban areas.

Particle choice

Use '에' for location (in the wardrobe) and '을' for the object (buying/cleaning the wardrobe).

Seasonal cleaning

Koreans often do a big '옷장 정리' (wardrobe organization) twice a year during the change of seasons.

Furniture streets

If you are in Seoul, visit 'Gagu-geori' (Furniture Streets) like the one in Ahyeon-dong to see various types of '옷장' in person.

Watch Vlogs

Search for '옷장 투어' (Wardrobe Tour) on YouTube to hear native speakers using the word in natural, everyday contexts.

Compound nouns

Try making your own compound words by adding materials or sizes to '옷장', like '작은 옷장' or '철제 옷장'.

Secret storage

Use '옷장 속에 숨기다' to describe hiding something small or secret in your room.

Listen for 'Jang'

Many furniture words end in '장' (cabinet). This suffix is a great clue for identifying furniture in a sentence.

याद करें

स्मृति सहायक

Think of 'Ot' as 'Out' and 'Jang' as 'Junk'. You take your clothes *Out* of the *Junk* cabinet. (Though clothes aren't junk!)

दृश्य संबंध

Imagine a giant letter 'O' (from 옷) shaped like a coat hanger inside a tall rectangular box (the '장').

Word Web

옷 (Clothes) 장 (Cabinet) 정리 (Organization) 문 (Door) 나무 (Wood) 옷걸이 (Hanger) 수납 (Storage) 침실 (Bedroom)

चैलेंज

Go to your own wardrobe, open it, and say out loud: '이것은 나의 옷장입니다. 옷장을 정리해야 해요.' (This is my wardrobe. I need to organize it.)

शब्द की उत्पत्ति

A compound of the native Korean word '옷' (clothes) and the Sino-Korean word '장' (欌 - cabinet).

मूल अर्थ: A cabinet for clothes.

Koreanic (with Hanja influence).

सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ

No specific sensitivities, but avoid touching or looking into someone's '옷장' in a Korean home as it is considered very private.

English speakers might use 'closet' for built-in spaces and 'wardrobe' for standalone furniture. In Korean, '옷장' covers both, but '드레스룸' is used for walk-ins.

The Chronicles of Narnia (나니아 연대기) - where the wardrobe is the portal. K-Drama 'My Love from the Star' - featuring luxurious walk-in closets. The song 'Inside the Wardrobe' by various indie Korean artists.

असल ज़िंदगी में अभ्यास करें

वास्तविक संदर्भ

Moving House (이사)

옷장을 어디에 둘까요?
옷장이 너무 무거워요.
새 집에는 붙박이 옷장이 있어요.
옷장을 분해해야 해요.

Morning Routine (아침 일과)

옷장을 열고 옷을 골라요.
옷장에 입을 옷이 없어요.
어제 입은 옷을 옷장에 걸어요.
옷장에서 양말을 꺼내요.

Cleaning/Organizing (청소/정리)

옷장 정리를 해야겠어요.
옷장에 먼지가 쌓였어요.
안 입는 옷을 옷장에서 뺐어요.
옷장 안이 엉망이에요.

Furniture Shopping (가구 쇼핑)

이 옷장 얼마예요?
더 큰 옷장은 없나요?
옷장 배송은 언제 되나요?
디자인이 예쁜 옷장이네요.

Describing a Room (방 묘사)

침대 옆에 옷장이 있어요.
제 방에는 작은 옷장이 하나 있어요.
옷장 문에 거울이 있어요.
하얀색 옷장이 방과 잘 어울려요.

बातचीत की शुरुआत

"옷장 정리는 얼마나 자주 하세요? (How often do you organize your wardrobe?)"

"집에 있는 옷장이 큰 편인가요? (Is the wardrobe at your house on the larger side?)"

"옷장을 새로 산다면 어떤 스타일을 원하세요? (If you were to buy a new wardrobe, what style would you want?)"

"옷장 속에 가장 아끼는 옷은 무엇인가요? (What is your most cherished item in your wardrobe?)"

"옷장이 꽉 찼을 때 어떻게 하시나요? (What do you do when your wardrobe is full?)"

डायरी विषय

오늘 옷장 정리를 하면서 느낀 점을 써보세요. (Write about what you felt while organizing your wardrobe today.)

나의 꿈의 옷장은 어떤 모습인지 묘사해 보세요. (Describe what your dream wardrobe looks like.)

옷장 속에 오랫동안 보관하고 있는 물건과 그 이유를 써보세요. (Write about an item you've kept in your wardrobe for a long time and the reason why.)

계절별로 옷장을 어떻게 관리하는지 설명해 보세요. (Explain how you manage your wardrobe for each season.)

옷장이 나에게 어떤 의미인지 생각해 보세요. (Think about what a wardrobe means to you.)

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल

10 सवाल

옷장 (ot-jang) is a general term for any clothing cabinet. 장롱 (jang-nong) is a more traditional, formal, and often larger wooden piece of furniture. In modern daily life, most people use '옷장' for their closets.

While technically okay, Koreans usually use the loanword '드레스룸' (dress room) for a walk-in closet or a dedicated room for clothes.

The most common term is '붙박이 옷장' (but-bak-i ot-jang). '붙박이' means fixed or built-in.

No, for shoes, you should use '신발장' (sin-bal-jang). '옷' specifically means clothes.

It is pronounced as [옫짱] (ot-jjang). The 'ㅅ' becomes a 't' sound and the 'ㅈ' becomes a tense 'jj' sound.

Use the verb '걸다' (geol-da). For example: '옷장에 옷을 걸어요' (I hang clothes in the wardrobe).

No, the word '옷장' does not have an honorific form. To show respect, use honorific particles (께서) or verbs (정리하시다) for the person using it.

A '서랍장' (seorap-jang) is a chest of drawers. It's different from an '옷장' because it only has drawers and usually no hanging space.

You can say '옷장이 꽉 찼어요' (ot-jang-i kwak chat-seo-yo).

Metaphorically, yes. Just like in English, saying 'my wardrobe' can mean the collection of clothes you own.

सुझाव और नोट्स के लिए मुफ़्त साइन अप करें