Korean Dictionary
How to say "Floor" in Korean
“Floor” in Korean is 바닥 (pronounced "Badak").
바닥
Badak
Usage & Context
Floors in Korean homes are often heated through the ondol system. Koreans traditionally sit on the floor and this remains common in traditional settings.
Example Sentence
온돌 바닥이 따뜻해서 바닥에 앉아 있어요.
The ondol floor is warm so I sit on the floor.
How to use 바닥 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Floor” is 바닥, romanized as Badak.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce '바닥' as 'bah-dahk'. The '바' (ba) sounds like 'bah' in 'banana', and '닥' (dak) sounds like 'dahk' as in 'dock'. Each syllable has a relatively even stress.
More Example Sentences
Observing kids playing in a living room.
아이들이 바닥에서 장난감을 가지고 놀고 있어요.
The children are playing with toys on the floor.
Describing a cafe with traditional or low seating.
이 카페는 바닥에 앉는 좌석이 많아서 편해요.
This cafe has many floor seats, so it's comfortable.
Noticing a messy floor at home.
바닥이 너무 더러워서 청소해야겠어요.
The floor is too dirty, I should clean it.
Cultural Context
In Korea, especially in traditional homes or restaurants, it's very common to sit directly on the floor. This is largely due to the 'ondol' (온돌) heating system, where the floor itself is heated, making it a warm and comfortable place to sit or sleep. Many modern apartments still feature ondol, and Koreans often prefer sitting on the floor for meals or relaxation, especially with family.
Editorial note
We review entries like 바닥 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
바닥에 앉다
to sit on the floor
바닥 청소
floor cleaning
바닥이 미끄럽다
the floor is slippery
Related Expressions
마루
maru
wooden floor
층
cheung
floor (story of a building)
천장
cheonjang
ceiling
아래
arae
bottom, below
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