Korean Dictionary
How to say "Date (romantic)" in Korean
“Date (romantic)” in Korean is 데이트 (pronounced "Deiteu").
데이트
Deiteu
Usage & Context
A romantic outing. 데이트하다 (to go on a date). Korean couples tend to celebrate many anniversaries — 100 days (100일), 200 days, annual anniversaries. Couple culture is strong in Korea, with matching outfits (커플룩), couple rings, and dedicated couple apps being common.
Example Sentence
이번 주말에 데이트 계획 있어요?
Do you have a date planned this weekend?
How to use 데이트 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Date (romantic)” is 데이트, romanized as Deiteu.
Usage tip
Relationship words can sound too direct if the social context is wrong. Check the age, closeness, and formality before using it.
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 데이트.
Pronunciation Guide
The first part, "Dei," sounds like the English word "day." The second part, "teu," is pronounced like "too" but with a very light 't' sound and a short, unrounded 'eu' vowel, similar to the 'u' in "putt" but shorter.
More Example Sentences
Suggesting a date to a potential partner.
우리 다음 주에 데이트할까?
Shall we go on a date next week?
Sharing a recent activity with a friend.
어제 남자친구랑 영화 데이트했어요.
I went on a movie date with my boyfriend yesterday.
Asking for advice on planning a date.
데이트 코스 좀 추천해 주세요!
Please recommend some date spots/itineraries!
Cultural Context
Korean couple culture is very strong, and '데이트' often implies a planned, intentional outing rather than just casually hanging out. Couples frequently engage in '커플룩' (matching outfits) and exchange '커플링' (couple rings). Celebrating anniversaries like 100-day, 200-day, and yearly milestones is a significant part of dating, often featured in K-dramas and influencing real-life expectations.
Editorial note
We check relationship words like 데이트 against age, closeness, and politeness rules, because a literal English match often misses the social meaning.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
데이트 신청하다
To ask someone out on a date
데이트 코스
Date itinerary/plan
주말 데이트
Weekend date
Related Expressions
데이트하다
Deiteuhada
To go on a date
소개팅
Sogaeting
Blind date
미팅
Miting
Group blind date
연애
Yeonae
Romantic relationship/dating (as a concept)
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