57. Korean Transport Vocabulary

One of the most important parts of learning a new language is vocabulary. It's especially important when it comes to transportation vocabulary, as it's something you'll be using regularly, especially if you're planning to travel to Korea. Here are 57 Korean transportation vocabulary words and phrases you need to know.

1. 차 (cha) - Car. This is the general word for car, but can also be used to refer to a vehicle.

2. 버스 (beoseu) - Bus. If you're traveling around Korea, you'll probably use the bus system at some point.

3. 택시 (taeksi) - Taxi. A convenient way to get around, especially in big cities.

4. 자전거 (jajeongeo) - Bike. A popular option for getting around, especially in more rural areas.

5. 기차 (gicha) - Train. Korea has an excellent rail system, so this is a term you will definitely use.

6. 비행기 (bihaenggi) - Airplane. If you're planning to travel to Korea, this is a word you'll need to know.

7. 배 (bae) - Boat. Useful if you plan on taking a boat or ferry trip.

8. 지하철 (jihacheol) - Subway. The subway is a common mode of transportation in cities like Seoul.

9. 트럭 (teureok) - Truck. You may not use this word often, but it's useful to know.

10. 오토바이 (otobai) - Motorcycle. Another means of transport you can see in Korea.

11. 스쿠터 (seukuteo) - Scooter. A popular choice for short trips.

12. 페리 (peri) - Ferry. Useful if you plan to travel between islands in Korea.

13. 헬리콥터 (helli-kopteo) - Helicopter. You might not ride a helicopter, but it's an interesting word to know.

14. 비상구 (bisang-gu) - Emergency exit. An important phrase to know, especially in emergency situations.

15. 승강장 (seunggangjang) - Platform (train or subway station). Useful for navigating train or subway stations.

16. 표 (pyo) - Ticket. You will need this word when purchasing tickets for transportation.

17. 시간표 (siganpyo) - Timetable. Essential for planning your trips.

18. 정류장 (jeongnyujang) - Bus stop. A word you'll use regularly if you're traveling by bus.

19. 역 (yeok) - Station. A word you'll see often, whether you're traveling by train, metro or bus.

20. 차고 (chago) - Garage. Useful if you are renting a car in Korea.

21. 주차장 (juchajang) - Parking. A word you'll need to know if you're driving.

22. 렌트카 (renteuka) - Rental car. If you plan on renting a car in Korea, this is a word you will need to know.

23. 출발 (chulbal) - Departure. Useful for understanding transport schedules.

24. 도착 (dochak) - Arrival. Another important word to understand transport schedules.

25. 지연 (jiyeon) - Delay. A word that you hopefully don't have to use a lot, but it's important to know.

26. 예약 (yeyak) - Reservation. If you are booking transport tickets in advance, this is a word you will need to know.

27. 속도 (sokdo) - Speed. A word you might see on road signs or hear on transportation advertisements.

28. 교통 (gyotong) - Traffic. Helpful for understanding traffic conditions.

29. 통행료 (tonghaengryo) - Toll. If you are driving in Korea, you may need to know this word.

30. 운전자 (unjeonja) - Driver. A word you can use to refer to the driver of a taxi, bus or any other type of transport.

31. 승객 (seunggaek) - Passenger. The word you will use to refer to yourself or others traveling with you.

32. 안내 (anna) - Announcement. Useful for understanding announcements at transport stations or vehicles.

33. 짐 (jim) - Baggage. A word you'll use if you're traveling with a lot of luggage.

34. 가방 (gabang) - Purse. Useful for referring to small pieces of luggage.

35. 수하물 (suhangmul) - Luggage. Another word for luggage, often used to refer to larger luggage.

36. 휴대용 (hyudaeyong) - Portable. Useful for referring to items you are carrying with you, such as a cell phone or laptop.

37. 여권 (yeogwon) - Passport. An essential word for any international trip.

38. 비자 (bija) - Seen. If you are traveling to Korea from abroad, you will need to know this word.

39. 관광객 (gwangwanggaek) - Tourist. The word you will use to refer to yourself if you are visiting Korea as a tourist.

40. 관광 (gwangwang) - Tourism. A word you'll often see in travel brochures and tourist guides.

41. 여행 (yeohaeng) - Travel. A word you'll use often when talking about your travel plans.

42. 목적지 (mokjeokji) - Destiny. The word you will use to refer toer to the place you are travelling.

43. 출발지 (chulbalji) - Starting point. The word you will use to refer to the place you are traveling from.

44. 경로 (gyeongro) - Route. Useful for planning your trip and understanding transport maps.

45. 지도 (jido) - Map. Essential for navigating a new city or country.

46. 안내소 (annaeso) - Information center. A place where you can get information about transportation and other services.

47. 환승 (hwanseung) - Transfer. A word you'll use if you need to change vehicles during your trip.

48. 보행자 (bohaengja) - Pedestrian. A word you'll use to refer to people walking down the street.

49. 사고 (sago) - Accident. We hope you don't have to use this word, but it's important to know it.

50. 길 (gil) - Street. A word you will use frequently when giving or receiving directions.

51. 도로 (doro) - Road. Similar to "길", but often used to refer to major roads or highways.

52. 교차로 (gyochalo) - Crossing. Useful for understanding directions and navigating a city.

53. 신호등 (sinhodeung) - Traffic light. Essential for understanding traffic rules.

54. 횡단보도 (hoengdanbodo) - Crosswalk. A word you'll use as you walk around town.

55. 인도 (going) - Sidewalk. Another useful word for getting around on foot.

56. 주행 (juhaeng) - Driving. If you plan on renting a car in Korea, this is a word you will need to know.

57. 운전면허 (unjeonmyeonheo) - Driver's license. If you plan on driving in Korea, you'll need one of these.

We hope this Korean transportation vocabulary will be useful for you on your travels. Remember, practice makes perfect, so keep studying and practicing these words and phrases. Good luck!

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