When to use housewife in Korean

When to use it

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. 저는 주부예요.

   I am a housewife.

2. 우리 엄마는 주부라서 집에서 저녁을 준비해요.

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

3. 학교 행사에 많은 주부가 왔어요.

   Many housewives came to the school event.

4. 마트에는 주부 손님이 많아요.

   There are many housewife customers at the mart.

5. 공원에서 주부들이 함께 운동해요.

   Housewives exercise together at the park.

6. 여행 중에 기차에서 주부 두 분을 만났어요.

   I met two housewives on the train during a trip.