Korean Dictionary
How to say "Electric Vehicle" in Korean
“Electric Vehicle” in Korean is 전기자동차 (pronounced "jeongi-jadongcha").
전기자동차
jeongi-jadongcha
Usage & Context
A vehicle powered by electricity. Electric vehicles are becoming more popular in Korea as environmental concerns grow.
Example Sentence
전기자동차를 구매했어요.
I bought an electric vehicle.
How to use 전기자동차 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Electric Vehicle” is 전기자동차, romanized as jeongi-jadongcha.
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 전기자동차.
Pronunciation Guide
The first part, '전기 (jeongi),' sounds like 'jun-gee' (like 'jungle' then 'geese'). The second part, '자동차 (jadongcha),' sounds like 'jah-dong-cha' (like 'jar-dong-cha'). Put it together as 'jun-gee jah-dong-cha.'
More Example Sentences
Discussing infrastructure for EVs.
전기자동차 충전소가 더 많이 필요해요.
We need more electric vehicle charging stations.
Talking about environmental policies.
정부가 전기자동차 구매 보조금을 지원해요.
The government supports electric vehicle purchases with subsidies.
Personal future plans for car ownership.
다음 차는 전기자동차로 바꾸고 싶어요.
I want to switch to an electric vehicle for my next car.
Cultural Context
Electric vehicles are rapidly gaining traction in South Korea, driven by government incentives, growing environmental awareness, and the strong presence of domestic manufacturers like Hyundai and Kia. Charging infrastructure is expanding, and it's common to see EV charging stations in apartment complexes, public parking lots, and even highway rest areas. Discussions about range anxiety and battery technology are frequent among car enthusiasts, often seen in online communities and TV shows.
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
전기자동차 충전
Electric vehicle charging
전기차
EV (short for electric vehicle)
전기자동차 보조금
Electric vehicle subsidy
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haebeurideucha
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수소차
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친환경차
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Eco-friendly car
충전소
chungjeonso
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