How to say flippers in Korean

Meaning

Flippers (오리발) are special shoes you wear on your feet for swimming. They help you move faster and more easily in the water, especially in the sea or a pool. People often use this word when talking about swimming lessons, snorkeling, or beach trips.

Example sentences

1. 수영할 때 오리발을 신어요.

   I wear flippers when swimming.

2. 여행 가면 항상 오리발도 가져요.

   I always bring flippers on trips.

3. 새 오리발을 샀어요. 크기 맞아요.

   I bought new flippers. They fit well.

4. 오리발이 너무 작아서 아팠어요.

   The flippers were too small and hurt my feet.