Korean Dictionary
How to say "Cat Cafe" in Korean
“Cat Cafe” in Korean is 고양이 카페 (pronounced "goyangi kape").
고양이 카페
goyangi kape
Usage & Context
Cat cafes allow visitors to enjoy coffee while spending time with cats. Korea was among the earliest countries to establish 고양이 카페, and the concept has since spread worldwide.
Example Sentence
고양이 카페에서 고양이와 놀면서 스트레스를 풀었다.
I relieved stress by playing with cats at a cat cafe.
How to use 고양이 카페 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Cat Cafe” is 고양이 카페, romanized as goyangi kape.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
고양이 (goyangi) sounds like 'go-yahng-ee,' similar to 'go-young-ee.' 카페 (kape) sounds like 'kah-peh,' similar to 'car-peh.' Combine them as 'go-yahng-ee kah-peh,' with a relatively even rhythm.
More Example Sentences
Describing a pleasant experience at a cat cafe
고양이 카페에서 귀여운 고양이들이 무릎에 올라왔어요.
Cute cats came up onto my lap at the cat cafe.
Recommending a stress-relief activity
스트레스 받을 때 고양이 카페 가는 게 최고예요.
Going to a cat cafe is the best when you're stressed.
Giving advice about visiting cat cafes
고양이 카페는 고양이 알레르기 있는 사람은 조심해야 해요.
People with cat allergies should be careful at cat cafes.
Cultural Context
Similar to dog cafes, '고양이 카페' (cat cafes) are very popular in Korea and were among the first to emerge globally. They offer a tranquil environment where patrons can relax and interact with various cats. These cafes are cherished by cat lovers who can't own pets and seek a calming escape, often following strict rules to ensure the well-being of the cats and the comfort of the visitors.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
고양이 카페 가자!
Let's go to a cat cafe!
고양이 카페 데이트
Cat cafe date
고양이 카페 규칙
Cat cafe rules
Related Expressions
강아지 카페
gangaji kape
dog cafe
애묘 카페
aemyo kape
pet cat cafe (more formal)
힐링 카페
hilling kape
healing cafe
동물 교감
dongmul gyogam
animal interaction/communion
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