Korean Dictionary
How to say "Choreography" in Korean
“Choreography” in Korean is 안무 (pronounced "Anmu").
안무
Anmu
Usage & Context
Dance sequences in K-pop performances. Korean choreography is globally recognized for its complexity, synchronization, and visual impact. 포인트 안무 (point choreography) — a specific memorable move from a song — often goes viral on social media. 안무가 (choreographer) is a highly respected profession in the K-pop industry.
Example Sentence
그 노래 포인트 안무를 연습하고 있어요. 너무 어려워요!
I'm practicing the point choreography for that song. It's so difficult!
How to use 안무 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Choreography” is 안무, romanized as Anmu.
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 안무.
Pronunciation Guide
Pronounced 'ahn-moo' — two quick, even syllables. The 'an' is short like the start of 'honk,' and 'mu' is a clean 'moo' as in the cow sound. Don't slide the vowels; keep both beats crisp.
More Example Sentences
explaining your hobby in a Korean class
커버 댄스 하려고 안무 외우고 있어요.
I'm memorizing the choreography to do a cover dance.
reacting to a new K-pop music video
이번 컴백 안무가 진짜 중독성 있어요.
The choreography for this comeback is seriously addictive.
giving a tip to someone learning a K-pop routine
안무 영상 거울 모드로 봐야 따라 하기 쉬워요.
It's easier to follow the dance video in mirrored mode.
Cultural Context
안무 is the industry-standard word in K-pop, and it has its own ecosystem of vocabulary: 포인트 안무 (point choreo — the signature hook move), 안무 영상 (the in-studio dance practice video, often released on YouTube by the agency), 거울 모드 (mirror mode for copying), and 칼군무 ('knife-precise group choreography') — a very Korean compliment for uncanny synchronization, which groups like SEVENTEEN and aespa have made their brand. Top choreographers (안무가) — 리아 킴, 바가번치, 최영준 — are celebrities themselves, and shows like 'Street Woman Fighter' turned 안무 from a behind-the-scenes craft into mainstream prime-time entertainment.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
안무 외웠어요.
I memorized the choreography.
이 안무 진짜 어려워요.
This choreography is really hard.
안무 영상 올라왔어요.
The dance practice video is up.
Related Expressions
안무가
anmuga
choreographer
칼군무
kalgunmu
knife-precise synchronized group choreo
포인트 안무
pointeu anmu
signature point / hook choreography
커버 댄스
keobeo daenseu
cover dance (fan recreation of a routine)
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