문신템 (munsintem)
What 문신템 means
An item you wear constantly.
When Koreans use it
Joke that a frequently worn accessory seems almost permanently attached.
A short conversation
Korean
A: 그 목걸이 맨날 하네.
B: 거의 문신템이야.
English
A: You wear that necklace every day.
B: It's practically part of me.
Use it with care
A figurative comparison to a tattoo. The item is usually removable.
From Korean Your Teacher Doesn’t Teach You by Injin Hwang. The meaning, usage, dialogue, and notes above follow the author’s book.
