Korean Dictionary
How to say "Bedroom" in Korean
“Bedroom” in Korean is 침실 (pronounced "chimsil").
침실
chimsil
Usage & Context
A bedroom is a private room for sleeping. The term 침실 is commonly used in Korean homes. Most Korean bedrooms are small due to apartment size constraints.
Example Sentence
침실에서 자요.
I sleep in the bedroom.
How to use 침실 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Bedroom” is 침실, romanized as chimsil.
Usage tip
Practice this word inside a full daily-life sentence, because particles and sentence endings make the Korean sound natural.
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 침실.
Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, "chim," sounds like "chim" in "chimney." The second syllable, "shil," sounds like "shill" in "shilling." The stress is fairly even, with a slight emphasis on the first syllable.
More Example Sentences
Describing a room's features to a guest.
제 침실은 창문이 커서 햇빛이 잘 들어와요.
My bedroom has a big window, so a lot of sunlight comes in.
Planning interior design for kids.
아이들 침실을 예쁘게 꾸며주고 싶어요.
I want to decorate the children's bedroom nicely.
Complaining about a late start to the day.
늦잠 자서 침실에서 겨우 나왔어요.
I overslept and barely got out of the bedroom.
Cultural Context
Korean bedrooms (침실) are often more functional for sleeping and personal space compared to Western bedrooms which might double as a lounge area. Due to apartment sizes, they can be compact. Many Koreans still prefer sleeping on a mattress on the floor (요, yo) or a low bed, especially in smaller rooms. The term "안방" (anbang) specifically refers to the main or master bedroom, often where the parents sleep.
Editorial note
We review entries like 침실 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
침실에 들어가다
to go into the bedroom
침실을 꾸미다
to decorate the bedroom
침실이 조용하다
the bedroom is quiet
Related Expressions
안방
anbang
main bedroom / master bedroom
방
bang
room (general term)
침대
chimdae
bed
이불
ibul
blanket/duvet
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