Korean Slang 217. 꾸러기룩

꾸러기룩 (kkureogi ruk)

Illustration of Korean slang kkureogi ruk: A playful, youthful outfit.
Original AI-created illustration for Korean Slang 217.

What 꾸러기룩 means

A playful, youthful outfit.

When Koreans use it

Describe a mischievous-looking casual style with items such as a cap or overalls.

A short conversation

Korean

A: 모자랑 멜빵 잘 어울려.

B: 꾸러기룩으로 입었어.

English

A: The cap and overalls work well.

B: I went for a playful look.

Use it with care

A fashion label, not a judgment about someone's maturity.

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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