Korean Dictionary
How to say "Floor Lamp" in Korean
“Floor Lamp” in Korean is 스탠드 조명 (pronounced "Seutaendeu Jomyeong").
스탠드 조명
Seutaendeu Jomyeong
Usage & Context
Floor lamps are popular home accessories in Korean living rooms and bedrooms, used to create a cozy and stylish ambiance.
Example Sentence
스탠드 조명으로 방 분위기를 따뜻하게 만들어요.
I create a warm room atmosphere with the floor lamp.
How to use 스탠드 조명 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Floor Lamp” is 스탠드 조명, romanized as Seutaendeu Jomyeong.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
For 스탠드 (Seutaendeu), 'Seu' is like 'sue' (short 'u'), 'taen' sounds like 'tan,' and 'deu' is like 'duh' (short 'u'). For 조명 (Jomyeong), 'Jo' sounds like 'Joe,' and 'myeong' sounds like 'myung' (as in 'Myung-bak'). Together: 'Sue-tan-duh Joe-myung.'
More Example Sentences
Giving interior decorating advice to a friend.
거실에 스탠드 조명을 두면 분위기가 훨씬 아늑해져요.
If you put a floor lamp in the living room, the atmosphere becomes much cozier.
Expressing personal preference while shopping for furniture.
이 스탠드 조명은 디자인이 독특해서 마음에 들어요.
I like this floor lamp because its design is unique.
Describing a personal habit or bedroom setup.
침대 옆에 스탠드 조명을 놓고 밤에 책을 읽어요.
I put a floor lamp next to my bed and read books at night.
Cultural Context
'스탠드 조명' (often simply called '스탠드') is a popular choice in Korean homes for adding both light and aesthetic appeal, especially in living rooms and bedrooms. Unlike overhead fluorescent lights common in older Korean apartments, '스탠드 조명' provides softer, more localized light, creating a warmer and cozier '카페 분위기' (cafe atmosphere) at home. They are often used to highlight specific areas, such as a reading nook or a piece of art, contributing to a more curated and stylish interior design, a trend seen in many K-dramas and home decor magazines. Many modern '스탠드 조명' come with smart features or unique designs, reflecting the growing interest in personalized home aesthetics among Koreans.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
스탠드 조명을 켜다
To turn on the floor lamp
스탠드 조명으로 분위기를 내다
To create an atmosphere with a floor lamp
예쁜 스탠드 조명
Pretty floor lamp
Related Expressions
탁상 스탠드
Taksang Seutaendeu
Table lamp
간접 조명
Ganjeop Jomyeong
Indirect lighting
무드등
Mudeudeung
Mood light
천장등
Cheonjangdeung
Ceiling light
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