Korean Dictionary
How to say "Drone" in Korean
“Drone” in Korean is 드론 (pronounced "deuron").
드론
deuron
Usage & Context
An unmanned aerial vehicle. Drones are increasingly popular in Korea for photography, delivery, and entertainment.
Example Sentence
드론으로 영상을 촬영했어요.
I filmed with a drone.
How to use 드론 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Drone” is 드론, romanized as deuron.
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 드론.
Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, '드 (deu),' sounds like 'duh' in 'duh-uh' with a soft 'oo' at the end. The second syllable, '론 (ron),' rhymes with 'roan' in 'roan horse.' Put it together as 'duh-roon.'
More Example Sentences
Discussing future technology and logistics.
드론으로 택배 배달이 가능해질까요?
Will drone delivery become possible?
Commenting on a trend in hobbies or media.
요즘 드론 촬영이 정말 인기 많아요.
Drone photography is really popular these days.
Observing kids' reaction to a new gadget.
아이들이 드론 날리는 걸 보며 신기해했어요.
The children were amazed watching the drone fly.
Cultural Context
Drones have become quite popular in South Korea, not just for professional photography or industrial use, but also as a hobby. You'll often see people flying them in parks or along rivers like the Han River, though there are strict regulations on where they can be flown, especially near military facilities. K-dramas and K-pop music videos sometimes feature stunning aerial shots captured by drones, showcasing beautiful Korean landscapes from above.
Editorial note
We review entries like 드론 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
드론을 날리다
To fly a drone
드론 영상
Drone footage/video
드론 쇼
Drone show
Related Expressions
무인기
muingi
Unmanned aerial vehicle (more formal term)
비행
bihaeng
Flight
촬영
chwaryeong
Filming/shooting
조종하다
jojonghada
To control/operate
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