K-Pop — Entry No. 1057
마스킹 테이프
washi-tape · noun
마스킹 테이프
washi-tape
[WAH-shee-TAPE]
nounbeginner
Meaning
Decorative adhesive masking tape with traditional or modern patterns, originally from Japan. K-pop fans use it extensively to decorate albums, light sticks, and other merchandise.
K-Pop & K-Drama Context
Stray Kids and NewJeans fans use washi tape to personalize their albums and create unique decorations. Aesthetic organization of K-pop merchandise using washi tape is a popular fandom hobby shared across social media. Premium washi tape sets are sold at K-pop merchandise shops.
Example Sentences
앨범에 마스킹 테이프를 붙였어.
Aelbeume masking teipeurul butiyeosseo.
I stuck washi tape on the album — shows creative decoration
마스킹 테이프로 정리했어.
Masking teipeullo jeongrihaesseo.
I organized it with washi tape — describes decoration technique
예쁜 마스킹 테이프 하나 줄래?
Yeppeun masking teipeu hana jullae?
Can you give me one pretty washi tape? — casual fandom request
⚠️ Don’t use washi-tape when…
Quality varies greatly between brands — cheap washi tape leaves residue or tears easily. High-quality aesthetic tape is worth the extra cost for serious collectors.
🎵 Heard In
- K-Drama: True Beauty — main character Lim Ju-kyung decorates her room with colorful tape and organizational tools
- K-Pop: IVE — ‘Either Way’ behind-the-scenes content shows members organizing merchandise with decorative tape
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