Korean Dictionary
How to say "Duck" in Korean
“Duck” in Korean is 오리 (pronounced "ori").
오리
ori
Usage & Context
A waterfowl common in Korean wetlands and farms. Ducks are raised for meat and eggs in Korea. They are often seen in parks and natural areas throughout the country.
Example Sentence
오리가 물에서 헤엄쳐요.
The duck swims in the water.
How to use 오리 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Duck” is 오리, romanized as ori.
Usage tip
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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 오리.
Pronunciation Guide
"오리" (ori) is pronounced "oh-ree." The 'o' is like the 'o' in "go," and 'ri' is like "ree" in "tree."
More Example Sentences
Observing nature in a park.
공원 연못에 오리들이 헤엄치고 있어요.
Ducks are swimming in the park pond.
Discussing healthy food or dietary choices.
오리고기는 건강에 좋다고 해요.
They say duck meat is good for your health.
Describing a cute or unexpected everyday scene.
오리 가족이 길을 건너고 있었어요.
A duck family was crossing the road.
Cultural Context
Ducks (오리) are a common sight in Korean parks and wetlands. Duck meat (오리고기) is a popular and highly regarded dish in Korea, often considered healthier than other meats due to its lower fat content and beneficial fatty acids. Dishes like '오리 로스' (ori roseu, roasted duck) or '오리 백숙' (ori baeksuk, whole duck soup) are enjoyed for their taste and health benefits.
Editorial note
We review entries like 오리 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
오리걸음
Duck walk (waddling)
오리발 내밀다
To stick out a duck's foot (to deny something stubbornly, feign ignorance)
오리처럼 헤엄치다
To swim like a duck
Related Expressions
오리고기
origogi
duck meat
오리털
oriteol
duck down/feathers
청둥오리
cheongdungori
mallard duck
오리배
oribae
pedal boat (shaped like a duck)
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