Korean Dictionary
How to say "Dungeon" in Korean
“Dungeon” in Korean is 던전 (pronounced "deonjeon").
던전
deonjeon
Usage & Context
A structured instance or zone in a game that players explore to defeat enemies and collect rewards. Dungeons are a fundamental content type in Korean MMORPGs, encouraging group play and providing tiered challenges.
Example Sentence
오늘 저녁에 같이 던전 돌자.
Let's run a dungeon together tonight.
How to use 던전 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Dungeon” is 던전, romanized as deonjeon.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
던전 is pronounced "deon-jeon." "던" sounds like "dun" as in "dunk," and "전" sounds like "jun" as in "jungle." The stress is fairly even on both syllables.
More Example Sentences
Struggling with a difficult game challenge.
이 던전은 보스가 너무 강해서 혼자서는 못 깨겠어요.
The boss in this dungeon is too strong; I can't clear it alone.
Making plans for group gaming.
오늘 밤에 친구들이랑 같이 던전 돌기로 했어.
I decided to run dungeons with my friends tonight.
Excited about new game content.
새로운 던전이 추가돼서 빨리 가보고 싶어요.
A new dungeon has been added, so I want to go check it out soon.
Cultural Context
In Korean gaming culture, especially within the vast MMORPG landscape, "던전" (dungeon) is a fundamental concept. Players often "던전 돌다" (literally "turn/spin a dungeon" or "run a dungeon") to gain experience, items, and currency. Dungeons are typically designed for group play, fostering a strong sense of community and cooperation. The difficulty and rewards of dungeons often scale, providing challenges for players at all levels, from casual adventurers to hardcore raiders.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
던전 돌다
to run a dungeon
던전 공략
dungeon strategy/guide
던전 파티
dungeon party (group)
Related Expressions
레이드
reideu
raid (larger, more complex dungeon)
퀘스트
kweseuteu
quest
보스 몬스터
boseu monseuteo
boss monster
사냥터
sanyangteo
hunting ground (general area for farming enemies)
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