Korean Dictionary
How to say "Fireworks" in Korean
“Fireworks” in Korean is 불꽃놀이 (pronounced "bulkkotnori").
불꽃놀이
bulkkotnori
Usage & Context
불꽃놀이 is a popular feature of Korean festivals and celebrations including Chuseok, New Year, and local summer festivals. The Seoul International Fireworks Festival on the Han River is one of the largest 불꽃놀이 events in Asia. Korean couples consider watching 불꽃놀이 together a romantic date activity.
Example Sentence
한강에서 불꽃놀이를 보며 소원을 빌었어요.
I watched the fireworks at the Han River and made a wish.
How to use 불꽃놀이 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Fireworks” is 불꽃놀이, romanized as bulkkotnori.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Bulkkotnori is pronounced "bool-kkot-noh-ree." "Bool" sounds like "bull." "Kkot" is like "coat" but with a strong, aspirated 'k' sound. "Noh" is like "no," and "ree" is like "re" in "redo." The stress is fairly even, with a slight emphasis on "kkot."
More Example Sentences
Describing the grandeur of a famous fireworks festival.
여의도 불꽃놀이 축제는 정말 장관이에요.
The Yeouido Fireworks Festival is truly a magnificent sight.
Expressing admiration for a fireworks display.
밤하늘을 수놓는 불꽃놀이가 너무 아름다웠어요.
The fireworks decorating the night sky were so beautiful.
Suggesting a date or outing to watch fireworks.
우리 같이 불꽃놀이 보러 갈까?
Shall we go watch the fireworks together?
Cultural Context
불꽃놀이 (Bulkkotnori) is a beloved spectacle in Korea, especially during major festivals like the Seoul International Fireworks Festival on the Han River, which draws massive crowds. It's also a popular feature at local summer festivals and New Year's Eve celebrations. For many young Koreans, watching 불꽃놀이 with a significant other is considered a classic romantic date, often seen in K-dramas as a backdrop for confessions or tender moments.
Editorial note
We review entries like 불꽃놀이 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
불꽃놀이를 하다
To set off fireworks
불꽃놀이를 보다
To watch fireworks
불꽃놀이 축제
Fireworks festival
Related Expressions
폭죽
pokjuk
Firecrackers
축제
chukje
Festival
야경
yagyeong
Night view
불꽃
bulkkot
Spark, flame (component of 불꽃놀이)
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