When to use clothing in Korean

When to use it

The word (의류) means clothing or clothes in general. It is often used for groups of clothes, especially in stores, shopping, labels, or ads. In daily conversation, people also say “clothes,” but this word is common when talking about clothing as a category.

Example sentences

1. 이 층에는 남성 의류가 있어요.

   There is men's clothing on this floor.

2. 엄마는 온라인으로 아동 의류를 샀어요.

   My mom bought children's clothing online.

3. 학교 앞 의류 매장에서 셔츠를 봤어요.

   I looked at shirts in the clothing store in front of the school.

4. 날씨가 추워서 겨울 의류를 꺼냈어요.

   The weather is cold, so I took out the winter clothing.

5. 여행 전에 편한 의류를 준비했어요.

   I prepared comfortable clothing before the trip.

6. 이 의류는 세탁기에 넣어도 돼요?

   Can I put this clothing in the washing machine?