Korean Dictionary

How to say "Golf" in Korean

Golf” in Korean is 골프 (pronounced "golpeu").

골프

golpeu

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Usage & Context

Golf is a popular sport among Korean professionals and enthusiasts. Korea has produced many world-class golfers and hosts international golf tournaments.

Example Sentence

주말에 골프를 쳐요.

I play golf on weekends.

How to use 골프 naturally

Quick answer

The Korean word for “Golf” is 골프, romanized as golpeu.

Usage tip

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Common mistake

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Pronunciation Guide

Pronounced "Gol-peu." The "골" sounds like "goal" in English. "프" is a soft "peu" sound, similar to "poo" but with a very light 'u' at the end, almost like "p." The stress is on the first syllable.

More Example Sentences

Describing a family member's hobby.

아버지가 주말마다 골프를 치러 가세요.

My father goes to play golf every weekend.

Discussing the accessibility of golf.

골프는 비싼 운동이라고 생각했는데, 요즘은 스크린 골프도 많아서 괜찮아요.

I thought golf was an expensive sport, but these days there are many screen golf places, so it's okay.

Sharing exciting news about a personal achievement.

이번에 골프 대회에서 우승했어요!

I won the golf tournament this time!

Cultural Context

Golf is extremely popular in Korea, especially among business professionals and older generations, often serving as a social and networking activity. Screen golf (스크린 골프) is a huge phenomenon, allowing people to play indoors regardless of weather or time, making the sport more accessible and affordable. Many Korean golfers have achieved international fame.

Editorial note

We review entries like 골프 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

골프 치러 갈까요?

Shall we go play golf?

스크린 골프 한 게임 어때요?

How about a game of screen golf?

골프 레슨 받아요.

I'm taking golf lessons.

Related Expressions

골프장

golpeujang

golf course

스크린 골프

seukeurin golpeu

screen golf (indoor simulator)

골프채

golpeuchae

golf club (the equipment)

골프 치다

golpeu chida

to play golf

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