Korean Dictionary
How to say "Break Room" in Korean
“Break Room” in Korean is 휴게실 (pronounced "hyugyesil").
휴게실
hyugyesil
Usage & Context
A space for employees to relax and take breaks. Break rooms in Korean offices provide refreshments and a place to socialize. They are important for employee well-being.
Example Sentence
휴게실에서 커피를 마십니다.
I drink coffee in the break room.
How to use 휴게실 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Break Room” is 휴게실, romanized as hyugyesil.
Usage tip
Business Korean usually needs polite or formal endings, especially in emails, meetings, and customer situations.
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 휴게실.
Pronunciation Guide
Say "Hyoo-gye-shil." "Hyoo" is pronounced like the English word "hue." "Gye" sounds similar to "gay" but with a softer 'g' and a slightly more open 'e' sound. "Shil" is like 'sh' in "she" followed by 'ill' in "fill." The stress is fairly even.
More Example Sentences
Describing a daily routine during a work break.
점심시간에 휴게실에서 쉬어요.
I rest in the break room during lunchtime.
Informing colleagues about available amenities.
휴게실에 간식과 음료가 준비되어 있어요.
Snacks and drinks are prepared in the break room.
Taking a short mental break from work.
잠시 휴게실에서 바람 좀 쐬고 올게요.
I'll go get some fresh air in the break room for a bit.
Cultural Context
휴게실 (hyugyesil) or 'rest room' (in the sense of a lounge, not a toilet) is a common feature in Korean offices, schools, and public buildings. It's a designated space for employees or students to relax, grab a coffee, or have a quick chat. Some modern companies invest heavily in their 휴게실, making them stylish and comfortable, sometimes even including massage chairs or game consoles, reflecting a growing emphasis on employee well-being.
Editorial note
We review business terms like 휴게실 for formality, so the example fits emails, meetings, or workplace conversations instead of casual speech.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
휴게실에서 커피 한 잔
A cup of coffee in the break room
휴게실 이용 시간
Break room usage hours
휴게실에서 만나요
Let's meet in the break room
Related Expressions
라운지
raunji
Lounge (loanword)
탕비실
tangbisil
Pantry/kitchenette (often smaller, for making drinks)
카페테리아
kapeteria
Cafeteria
휴식
hyusik
Rest/break (the act)
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