Korean Dictionary
How to say "Armadillo" in Korean
“Armadillo” in Korean is 아르마딜로 (pronounced "areumadillo").
아르마딜로
areumadillo
Usage & Context
A small animal with a protective armor-like shell. Armadillos are exotic animals from South America. They are featured in Korean educational materials about wildlife.
Example Sentence
아르마딜로는 딱딱한 껍질이 있어요.
The armadillo has a hard shell.
How to use 아르마딜로 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Armadillo” is 아르마딜로, romanized as areumadillo.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
아 (a) sounds like "ah" in "father." 르 (reu) is a soft "ruh" sound, with the tongue barely touching the roof of the mouth. 마 (ma) is like "mah." 딜 (dil) is similar to "deal." 로 (lo) sounds like "low." The pronunciation flows smoothly without strong stress.
More Example Sentences
Explaining a defensive behavior of armadillos.
아르마딜로는 위험을 느끼면 몸을 웅크려요.
Armadillos curl up when they sense danger.
Describing the unique feature of an armadillo.
아르마딜로의 딱딱한 껍질은 마치 갑옷 같아요.
An armadillo's hard shell is like armor.
Discussing the habitat of armadillos.
남미에는 다양한 종류의 아르마딜로가 살아요.
Various types of armadillos live in South America.
Cultural Context
Armadillos are not native to Korea and are generally encountered through documentaries, educational materials, or zoos. They are often presented as fascinating exotic animals, known for their unique armored shells and ability to roll into a ball. They don't have a strong presence in Korean pop culture but are recognized for their distinct appearance.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
아르마딜로처럼 몸을 웅크리다
to curl up like an armadillo
아르마딜로의 껍질
armadillo's shell
남미 동물
South American animal
Related Expressions
갑옷
gabot
armor
딱딱한 껍질
ttakttakhan kkeopjil
hard shell
포유류
poyuryu
mammal
이색 동물
isaek dongmul
exotic animal
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