Learn Must-Know Words, Expressions, and Tips for Visiting Museums in Korea (λ°λ¬Όκ΄)
South Korea is home to a wide range of museums β from historical exhibitions to modern art galleries. Whether you’re sightseeing, studying, or just curious, knowing Korean museum vocabulary (λ°λ¬Όκ΄ μ΄ν) will help you get the most out of your cultural adventures.
ποΈ Must-Know Museum Vocabulary in Korean
| Korean | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| λ°λ¬Όκ΄ | bak-mul-gwan | Museum |
| λ―Έμ κ΄ | mi-sul-gwan | Art gallery |
| μ μ | jeon-si | Exhibition |
| μ λ¬Ό | yu-mul | Artifact |
| μμ μν | ye-sul jak-pum | Artwork |
| μ‘°κ°μ | jo-gak-ssang | Sculpture |
| κ·Έλ¦Ό | geu-rim | Painting |
| μμ¬κ΄ | yeok-sa-gwan | History hall |
| μμ°μ¬κ΄ | ja-yeon-sa-gwan | Natural history section |
| μ΄λ¦°μ΄λ°λ¬Όκ΄ | eo-reo-ni bak-mul-gwan | Childrenβs museum |
| μ μ₯λ£ | ip-jang-ryo | Admission fee |
| ν΄μ€μ¬ | hae-seol-sa | Museum guide (docent) |
| μ€λμ€ κ°μ΄λ | o-di-o ga-i-deu | Audio guide |
| 촬μ κΈμ§ | chwal-yeong geum-ji | No photography |
| μλ΄λ¬Έ | an-nae-mun | Information board |
π¬ Useful Korean Verbs & Phrases for the Museum
| Korean | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| κ΄λνλ€ | gwan-ram-ha-da | To view (an exhibition) |
| μ μλ₯Ό λ³΄λ€ | jeon-si-reul bo-da | To look at an exhibit |
| μ μ₯νλ€ | ip-jang-ha-da | To enter |
| μνμ κ°μνλ€ | jak-pum-eul gam-sang-ha-da | To appreciate artwork |
| μ€λͺ μ λ£λ€ | seol-myeong-eul deut-da | To listen to an explanation |
| 촬μμ νλ€ | chwal-yeong-eul ha-da | To take pictures |
| μ¬μ§μ μ°λ€ | sa-jin-eul jjik-da | To take a photo |
| μ€μ μλ€ | ju-reul seo-da | To stand in line |
| μμ½νλ€ | ye-yak-ha-da | To make a reservation |
| μ€μ΄λ€λ€ | jul-eo-deul-da | To decrease (visitor traffic) |
π£οΈ Common Museum Expressions in Korean
| Korean | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| μ μ₯λ£λ μΌλ§μμ? | ip-jang-ryo-neun eol-ma-ye-yo? | How much is the admission? |
| μ€λμ€ κ°μ΄λ μλμ? | o-di-o ga-i-deu it-na-yo? | Do you have an audio guide? |
| 촬μν΄λ λΌμ? | chwal-yeong-hae-do dwae-yo? | Can I take photos here? |
| μ μκ΄μ μ΄λμμ? | jeon-si-gwan-eun eo-di-ye-yo? | Where is the exhibition hall? |
| ν΄μ€ μκ°μ μΈμ μμ? | hae-seol si-gan-eun eon-je-ye-yo? | When is the guided tour? |
| μ΄ μνμ λꡬ κ±°μμ? | i jak-pum-eun nu-gu geo-ye-yo? | Who created this piece? |
| μΈκ΅μ΄ μ€λͺ μμ΄μ? | oe-guk-eo seol-myeong iss-eo-yo? | Is there an explanation in English? |
| μ¬μ§μ κΈμ§μμ. | sa-jin-eun geum-ji-ye-yo. | Photos are not allowed. |
π§ Visiting Museums in Korea β Tips & Cultural Notes
ποΈ Types of Museums
- κ΅λ¦½λ°λ¬Όκ΄ (National Museums) β Large-scale museums like the κ΅λ¦½μ€μλ°λ¬Όκ΄ (National Museum of Korea) in Seoul.
- μ¬λ¦½λ―Έμ κ΄ (Private galleries) β Feature unique collections and modern art.
- κΈ°λ κ΄ (Memorial museums) β Often dedicated to historical events or figures.
π Free Entry Days
- Many museums offer λ¬΄λ£ μ μ₯ (free entry) on certain public holidays or λ¬Ένκ° μλ λ (Culture Day) β the last Wednesday of every month.
π§ Audio Guides & Language Help
- Most major museums offer μ€λμ€ κ°μ΄λ in English, Chinese, and Japanese.
- Look for μΈκ΅μΈ μ μ© μλ΄ (foreigner-friendly info) signs.
π΅ Photography Rules
- 촬μ κΈμ§ (No photos) is common for temporary exhibitions.
- Always check μλ΄λ¬Έ (info signs) near each section.
π§ Family-Friendly
- Many museums have μ΄λ¦°μ΄ 체νκ΄ (children’s zones) with interactive exhibits.
π Bonus Vocabulary for Museum Essentials
| Korean | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| μ μ μ€λͺ μ | jeon-si seol-myeong-seo | Exhibit brochure |
| λ¬Ένν΄μ€μ¬ | mun-hwa hae-seol-sa | Cultural docent |
| κΈ°λ ν κ°κ² | gi-nyeom-pum ga-ge | Gift shop |
| 체ννλ | che-heom hwal-dong | Hands-on activity |
| μμ¬ κ΅μ‘κ΄ | yeok-sa gyoyuk-gwan | History education hall |
| κ΄λμκ° | gwan-ram si-gan | Viewing hours |
| ν΄κ΄μΌ | hyu-gwan-il | Closed day |
π¨ Tips Before You Visit
- Check μ΄μ μκ° (opening hours) before visiting.
- Avoid visiting on μμμΌ (Mondays) β many museums are closed.
- For popular exhibitions, μ¨λΌμΈ μμ½ (online reservations) may be required.
- Bring ν€λν° (headphones) if using a smartphone audio tour.
- Keep your voice low β μ‘°μ©ν κ΄λνμΈμ (Please view quietly).
π― Vocabulary Quiz
- How do you say βSculptureβ in Korean?
- Translate: βCan I take photos here?β
- Whatβs the Korean word for βAdmission feeβ?
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