Korean Dictionary
How to say "Campus" in Korean
“Campus” in Korean is 캠퍼스 (pronounced "Kaempeoseu").
캠퍼스
Kaempeoseu
Usage & Context
Korean university campuses (캠퍼스) are vibrant social and academic hubs. Cherry blossoms and autumn foliage make campuses particularly beautiful in spring and fall, when students gather outdoors for festivals and social events. Many famous Korean campuses like Yonsei and Ewha are tourist attractions in their own right due to their scenic grounds.
Example Sentence
봄에 캠퍼스가 정말 아름다워요.
The campus is really beautiful in spring.
How to use 캠퍼스 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Campus” is 캠퍼스, romanized as Kaempeoseu.
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 캠퍼스.
Pronunciation Guide
'Kaem' sounds like 'cam' (as in camera). 'Peo' sounds like 'puh' (like 'per' without the 'r'). 'Seu' sounds like 'soo' (like 'suit' without the 't'). It's a direct loanword, so the pronunciation is very similar to English.
More Example Sentences
A student proudly describing their university to a visitor or friend.
우리 학교 캠퍼스가 정말 예뻐요.
Our school campus is really pretty.
A prospective student talking about visiting a university.
캠퍼스 투어 신청했어요.
I applied for a campus tour.
A high school student expressing their aspirations for university.
캠퍼스 라이프를 즐기고 싶어요.
I want to enjoy campus life.
Cultural Context
Korean university campuses (캠퍼스) are often beautifully landscaped, especially during cherry blossom season in spring and autumn foliage, making them popular spots for students and even tourists. They serve as vibrant social and academic hubs, hosting festivals, club activities, and study groups. Famous campuses like Yonsei University or Ewha Womans University are well-known for their scenic grounds and historic architecture, often appearing in K-dramas.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
캠퍼스 커플
campus couple (students dating on campus)
캠퍼스 축제
campus festival
캠퍼스 생활
campus life
Related Expressions
학교
hakgyo
school
대학
daehak
university, college
교정
gyojeong
school grounds, campus (more traditional/formal)
강의실
ganguisil
classroom
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