Korean Dictionary
How to say "Cozy" in Korean
“Cozy” in Korean is 아늑하다 (pronounced "Aneukada").
아늑하다
Aneukada
Usage & Context
Describes a snug, comfortable atmosphere. Very popular in Korean home decor and café culture — Korean cafes work hard to create an 아늑한 (cozy) vibe. Appears constantly in interior design and lifestyle content in Korea.
Example Sentence
이 카페 분위기가 너무 아늑해요.
The atmosphere of this café is so cozy.
How to use 아늑하다 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Cozy” is 아늑하다, romanized as Aneukada.
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 아늑하다.
Pronunciation Guide
아 (A) sounds like 'ah' in 'father'. 늑 (neuk) is like 'nook' but with a slightly softer 'eu' sound, similar to 'nuhk'. 하 (ha) is 'hah'. 다 (da) is 'dah'. The stress is fairly even.
Formal & Casual Forms
Formal (존댓말)
아늑해요
Aneukhaeyo
This is the common polite form used in most daily conversations.
Casual (반말)
아늑해
Aneukhae
Used when speaking to close friends, family, or people younger than you.
More Example Sentences
Describing a small but comfortable living space.
이 방은 작지만 정말 아늑해요.
This room is small, but it's really cozy.
Enjoying a book in a comfortable, inviting setting.
창가에 앉아 아늑한 분위기에서 책을 읽었다.
I sat by the window and read a book in a cozy atmosphere.
Expressing appreciation for a comfortable home during cold weather.
겨울에는 따뜻하고 아늑한 집이 최고죠.
In winter, a warm and cozy home is the best.
Cultural Context
아늑하다 is a highly valued quality in Korean living spaces and public venues, especially cafes. Korean cafe culture thrives on creating an '아늑한 분위기' (cozy atmosphere) with soft lighting, comfortable seating, and often a touch of rustic or minimalist decor. It evokes a feeling of snug comfort and security, making it a popular descriptor in interior design magazines, lifestyle blogs, and when complimenting a friend's home.
Editorial note
We review entries like 아늑하다 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
아늑한 분위기
cozy atmosphere
아늑한 공간
cozy space
아늑한 침실
cozy bedroom
Related Expressions
포근하다
pogeunhada
cozy, snug, soft
편안하다
pyeonanada
comfortable, relaxed
삭막하다
sangmakada
desolate, bleak (antonym)
안락하다
allakada
comfortable, cozy, luxurious
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