π Describing Your House or Room – Beginner Level (TOPIK 1–2)
Learning how to describe your home in Korean is a fun way to expand your vocabulary and talk about daily life! Whether you live in an apartment, a house, or a shared room, this post will help you express it in Korean easily π
π Basic Vocabulary: Types of Homes
| Korean | Romanization | English |
|---|---|---|
| μννΈ | apateu | Apartment (high-rise) |
| λ¨λ μ£Όν | dandok-jutaek | Detached house |
| μ€νΌμ€ν | opisutel | Studio/Office-tel |
| μλ£Έ | wolnum | One-room (studio apartment) |
| κΈ°μμ¬ | gisuksa | Dormitory |
π️ Describing Your Room
- μ λ°©μ μμ§λ§ μλν΄μ. (Je bang-eun jakjiman aneukhaeyo.) → My room is small but cozy.
- μ± μμ΄ μκ³ μΉ¨λλ μμ΄μ. (Chaeksangi itgo chimdaedo isseoyo.) → There’s a desk and a bed.
- μ°½λ¬Έμ΄ μ»€μ νλΉμ΄ μ λ€μ΄μμ. (Changmuni keoseo haetbichi jal deureowayo.) → The window is big, so sunlight comes in well.
π️ Why Do Koreans Prefer Apartments?
In Korea, especially in Seoul, many people live in μννΈ (apateu), or high-rise apartments. Apartments are convenient, safe, and well-equipped with elevators, parking, and security systems. Due to limited land and a high population density, apartments became the standard housing option. Also, real estate value for apartments tends to rise, so they’re also seen as good investments.
πΈ Seoul vs Other Cities: Housing Price Comparison (2025)
| City | Avg Price per m² (USD) |
|---|---|
| Seoul | $16,000 |
| New York | $18,300 |
| London | $15,500 |
| Paris | $13,200 |
| Tokyo | $10,800 |
Seoul’s housing prices are among the highest in the world, especially in popular districts like Gangnam. This makes owning a home a major life goal for many Koreans.
π‘ Did You Know?
In Korea, it’s common to remove your shoes when entering a house. The entrance area is called νκ΄ (hyeongwan), and there’s usually a space for shoe storage. This tradition is deeply connected to cleanliness and respect for the home.
π¬ Practice Dialogue
B: μ λ μμΈμ μλ μννΈμ μ΄μμ. (I live in an apartment in Seoul.)
A: λ°©μ μ΄λμ? (How is your room?)
B: ν¬μ§λ μμ§λ§ μμ£Ό κΉ¨λνκ³ μ‘°μ©ν΄μ. (It’s not big, but it’s very clean and quiet.)
π¬ Practice Korean with Me on italki!
Want to practice real conversations about your home and daily life? Join my Korean classes on italki. We’ll talk about your room, city life, rent prices, and more!
Describing your home is a great step in learning Korean. It helps you share your life and connect with others. Keep practicing, and you’ll be more fluent every day! π
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