Korean Dictionary
How to say "Bag" in Korean
“Bag” in Korean is 가방 (pronounced "gabang").
가방
gabang
Usage & Context
A container used to carry items in Korea. Available in various styles for different purposes and occasions.
Example Sentence
새 가방을 샀어요.
I bought a new bag.
How to use 가방 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Bag” is 가방, romanized as gabang.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
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 가방.
Pronunciation Guide
'Ga' sounds like 'gah' in 'garden'. 'Bang' sounds like 'bang' (as in a loud noise). The stress is fairly even, but the 'bang' might have a slightly stronger emphasis. The 'g' in 'gabang' is pronounced softly, almost like a 'k' sound in some contexts.
More Example Sentences
A student's daily routine carrying school supplies.
학교 갈 때 항상 책이 가득 찬 가방을 메고 다녀요.
I always carry a bag full of books when I go to school.
Planning and packing for a trip.
여행 갈 때 어떤 가방을 가져갈지 고민 중이에요.
I'm thinking about which bag to take when I go traveling.
Praising the features of a new or favorite bag.
이 가방은 디자인도 예쁘고 수납 공간도 많아서 좋아요.
This bag is nice because the design is pretty and it has a lot of storage space.
Cultural Context
'가방' is a very broad term for any type of bag, from handbags and backpacks to shopping bags. Koreans are very fashion-conscious, and bags are a significant accessory that reflects personal style and current trends. You'll see a wide variety of styles, from luxury designer bags to practical eco-bags, depending on the occasion and individual preference.
Editorial note
We review entries like 가방 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
가방을 메다
to carry/wear a bag (on shoulder/back)
가방을 들다
to carry a bag (by hand)
가방을 싸다
to pack a bag
Related Expressions
핸드백
haendeubaek
handbag
배낭
baenang
backpack (often for hiking or travel)
백팩
baekpaek
backpack (more common, English loanword)
쇼핑백
syopingbaek
shopping bag
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