Korean Dictionary
How to say "Blackboard" in Korean
“Blackboard” in Korean is 칠판 (pronounced "Chilpan").
칠판
Chilpan
Usage & Context
The blackboard (칠판) is a classic feature of Korean classrooms, though many modern schools have replaced them with whiteboards or digital smart boards. Teachers write key concepts, diagrams, and equations on the 칠판. In Korean culture, being asked to write on the blackboard is both an honor and a moment of nervousness for students.
Example Sentence
선생님이 칠판에 수식을 썼어요.
The teacher wrote a formula on the blackboard.
How to use 칠판 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Blackboard” is 칠판, romanized as Chilpan.
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 칠판.
Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, '칠' (chil), sounds like the English word 'chill'. The second syllable, '판' (pan), sounds like 'pahn' in 'pan' but with a slightly softer 'p' sound. The stress is fairly even.
More Example Sentences
A student recalling what happened in class.
선생님이 칠판에 중요한 내용을 적어주셨어요.
The teacher wrote down important information on the blackboard.
A teacher asking for a volunteer in class.
칠판에 문제를 풀어볼 사람?
Who wants to solve the problem on the blackboard?
A student noticing the state of the blackboard.
칠판이 너무 더러워서 지워야겠어요.
The blackboard is too dirty, I should erase it.
Cultural Context
The 칠판 (chilpan) is an iconic feature of traditional Korean classrooms, though many modern schools have upgraded to whiteboards (화이트보드) or smart boards (스마트보드). Being called up to the 칠판 to solve a problem or write something is a common experience for Korean students, often bringing a mix of honor and nervousness. It's a classic scene in K-dramas, symbolizing a student's moment in the spotlight, for better or worse.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
칠판에 쓰다
to write on the blackboard
칠판을 지우다
to erase the blackboard
칠판 앞에 서다
to stand in front of the blackboard
Related Expressions
화이트보드
hwaiteubodeu
whiteboard
분필
bunpil
chalk
지우개
jiugae
eraser
스마트보드
seumateubodeu
smart board
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