Korean Dictionary
How to say "Construction site" in Korean
“Construction site” in Korean is 건설 현장 (pronounced "Geonseol hyeonjang").
건설 현장
Geonseol hyeonjang
Usage & Context
Area where building is being constructed. Requires safety measures.
Example Sentence
건설 현장은 위험해요.
Construction sites are dangerous.
How to use 건설 현장 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Construction site” is 건설 현장, romanized as Geonseol hyeonjang.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
건설 현장 is pronounced "Geon-seol hyeon-jang." "Geon-seol" sounds like "gun" (weapon) with a soft 'g', then "sole" (of a shoe). "Hyeon-jang" is like "hyun" in "Hyun-bin" (actor's name), then "jang" in "Jang-mi" (rose). The stress is fairly even across syllables.
More Example Sentences
Complaining about noise from a nearby site.
아침 일찍부터 건설 현장에서 시끄러운 소리가 들려요.
Loud noises can be heard from the construction site early in the morning.
Safety instruction at a site entrance.
안전모를 착용해야 건설 현장에 들어갈 수 있어요.
You must wear a safety helmet to enter the construction site.
Talking about a parent's job.
우리 아버지는 건설 현장에서 일하세요.
My father works at a construction site.
Cultural Context
Construction sites are ubiquitous in Korea, a country known for its rapid development and constant urban renewal. They are often surrounded by high fences with banners emphasizing safety (안전 제일! Anjeon jeil! - Safety first!). You'll frequently see large cranes and hear the sounds of work, especially in major cities. The term "현장" (hyeonjang) itself means "site" or "field" and is often used in various professional contexts, like "촬영 현장" (chwaryeong hyeonjang - filming set/location).
Editorial note
We review entries like 건설 현장 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
건설 현장 안전
Construction site safety
건설 현장 소음
Construction site noise
건설 현장 출입 금지
No entry to construction site
Related Expressions
공사 현장
gongsa hyeonjang
Construction site (synonym, very common)
작업장
jak-eopjang
Workplace, work site
현장 감독
hyeonjang gamdok
Site supervisor
공사장
gongsajang
Construction site (slightly more informal, but common)
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