패피 (paepi)
A fashion enthusiast.
Refer casually to someone who takes a keen interest in fashion and styling.
A: 옷을 정말 잘 입네.
B: 우리 동네 패피야.
A: They dress really well.
B: Our local fashionista.
Short for 패션 피플. Usually admiring, but it can sound teasing.
From Korean Your Teacher Doesn’t Teach You by Injin Hwang. The meaning, usage, dialogue, and notes above follow the author’s book.
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