How to say housewife in Korean

Korean: 주부[ ju-bu ]

housewife
housewife주부

Meaning

주부 (housewife) means a married woman who mainly takes care of the home and family. People use this word when talking about someone’s everyday role at home, such as cooking, cleaning, or shopping. It is a common word in daily conversation and simple descriptions of family life.

Example sentences

  1. 집에서 요리를 해요.

    I cook at home.

  2. 주말에 친구들과 놀러 가요.

    On weekends, I go out with friends.

  3. 우리 엄마는 주부라서 집에서 저녁을 준비해요.

    My mom is a housewife, so she prepares dinner at home.

  4. 마트에는 주부 손님이 많아요.

    There are many housewife customers at the mart.