Korean Dictionary
How to say "Airbnb" in Korean
“Airbnb” in Korean is 에어비앤비 (pronounced "eeo-bi-aenbi").
에어비앤비
eeo-bi-aenbi
Usage & Context
Airbnb is a popular accommodation platform in Korea, offering unique local experiences. Many travelers prefer it for authentic stays in residential areas.
Example Sentence
에어비앤비에서 한옥을 예약했어요.
I booked a traditional house on Airbnb.
How to use 에어비앤비 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Airbnb” is 에어비앤비, romanized as eeo-bi-aenbi.
Usage tip
Pair this travel word with polite request endings like -요 so it works in hotels, stations, taxis, and shops.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 에어비앤비.
Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce '에어비앤비' as 'ee-eo-bi-aen-bi'. 'Ee-eo' is like 'air' but with two distinct syllables, 'bi' is like 'bee', 'aen' is like 'an', and the final 'bi' is again like 'bee'. The rhythm is similar to the English pronunciation.
More Example Sentences
Sharing details about a recent trip's lodging.
이번 부산 여행 때는 에어비앤비에서 오션뷰 숙소를 잡았어요.
For this Busan trip, I booked an ocean-view accommodation on Airbnb.
Praising Airbnb for offering unique cultural experiences.
에어비앤비로 한옥 체험을 할 수 있어서 좋았어요.
It was great that I could experience a hanok through Airbnb.
Giving positive feedback about an Airbnb experience.
에어비앤비 호스트가 너무 친절해서 편하게 지냈어요.
The Airbnb host was so kind that I stayed comfortably.
Cultural Context
Airbnb is widely used in Korea, offering a diverse range of accommodations from modern apartments in bustling cities to traditional hanok (한옥) houses in historic villages. Many travelers, both domestic and international, prefer Airbnb for its unique local experiences and the opportunity to stay in residential areas. It's also popular for 'staycations' or short getaways with friends, often chosen for its aesthetic appeal and amenities not found in typical hotels.
Editorial note
We review entries like 에어비앤비 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
에어비앤비 예약하다
to book on Airbnb
에어비앤비에서 묵다
to stay at an Airbnb
에어비앤비 호스트
Airbnb host
Related Expressions
숙소
sukso
accommodation
한옥
hanok
traditional Korean house
민박
minbak
homestay/private lodging
펜션
pensyeon
pension (a type of guesthouse/vacation rental)
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