Korean Dictionary
How to say "Aquarium Visit" in Korean
“Aquarium Visit” in Korean is 수족관 관람 (pronounced "Sujokgwan Gwallam").
수족관 관람
Sujokgwan Gwallam
Usage & Context
Visiting aquariums is a popular family and couple leisure activity in Korea. Major aquariums like COEX Aquarium attract visitors year-round.
Example Sentence
수족관에서 다양한 해양 생물을 구경했어요.
I observed various marine creatures at the aquarium.
How to use 수족관 관람 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Aquarium Visit” is 수족관 관람, romanized as Sujokgwan Gwallam.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The phrase "수족관 관람" is pronounced "Soo-jok-gwan Gwal-lam." "Soo-jok-gwan" sounds like "soo" as in "soup," "jok" as in "joke," and "gwan" like "gwan" in "Gwen" but with an 'ah' sound. "Gwal-lam" sounds like "gwal" as in "wall" but with a 'g' sound, followed by "lam" as in "lamb" but with an 'ah' sound.
More Example Sentences
Describing a family outing.
아이들과 함께 수족관 관람을 다녀왔어요.
I went to visit the aquarium with my children.
Suggesting an activity for a couple.
데이트 코스로 수족관 관람은 어때요?
How about visiting an aquarium as a date idea?
Recommending a specific popular aquarium.
코엑스 수족관 관람은 언제 가도 즐거워요.
Visiting COEX Aquarium is always fun, no matter when you go.
Cultural Context
Aquarium visits (수족관 관람) are a highly popular leisure activity in Korea, especially for families with children and couples on dates. Major cities boast impressive aquariums like COEX Aquarium in Seoul, Lotte World Aquarium, and Busan Aquarium, which are often integrated into larger shopping or entertainment complexes. These venues frequently host special events, feeding shows, and interactive exhibits, making them engaging destinations year-round.
Editorial note
We review entries like 수족관 관람 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
수족관 가다
to go to the aquarium
수족관 구경
aquarium sightseeing
수족관 데이트
aquarium date
Related Expressions
아쿠아리움
akua-rium
aquarium (loanword, often used interchangeably)
동물원
dongmulwon
zoo
박물관
bangmulgwan
museum
구경하다
gugyeonghada
to observe/look around
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