Korean Dictionary
How to say "Classroom" in Korean
“Classroom” in Korean is 교실 (pronounced "Gyosil").
교실
Gyosil
Usage & Context
In Korean schools, students typically stay in the same classroom (교실) for most of the day while teachers rotate to teach different subjects. Classrooms are decorated with motivational quotes and student artwork. Students are responsible for cleaning their classroom after school, fostering a sense of responsibility and community.
Example Sentence
교실에서 공부하고 있어요.
I'm studying in the classroom.
How to use 교실 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Classroom” is 교실, romanized as Gyosil.
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 교실.
Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, '교' (gyo), sounds like 'gyo' in 'yogurt' but with a slightly harder 'g' sound. The second syllable, '실' (sil), sounds like 'sill' in 'window sill'. The stress is fairly even.
More Example Sentences
Giving directions to a new student or visitor.
우리 교실은 3층에 있어요.
Our classroom is on the third floor.
A student reminding classmates about their duty.
수업이 끝나면 교실 청소를 해야 해요.
After class, we have to clean the classroom.
Describing the view from inside the classroom.
교실 창문으로 운동장이 보여요.
You can see the playground through the classroom window.
Cultural Context
In Korean schools, students typically stay in the same 교실 (gyosil) for most subjects, while teachers move between classrooms. This fosters a strong sense of community within the class. A unique aspect is that students are responsible for cleaning their own classroom after school, a practice that instills responsibility and teamwork. Classrooms are often decorated with student artwork, motivational posters, and sometimes even K-pop idol photos, reflecting student interests.
Editorial note
We review entries like 교실 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
우리 교실
our classroom
교실 청소
classroom cleaning
교실에서 공부하다
to study in the classroom
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hakgyo
school
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desk
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