Korean Dictionary
How to say "Gym" in Korean
“Gym” in Korean is 헬스장 (pronounced "helseujang").
헬스장
helseujang
Usage & Context
Gyms are common in Korean cities and neighborhoods. They provide equipment and facilities for various fitness activities and training programs.
Example Sentence
헬스장에 가고 싶어요.
I want to go to the gym.
How to use 헬스장 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Gym” is 헬스장, romanized as helseujang.
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Pronounced "Hel-seu-jang." "Hel" sounds like 'hell'. "Seu" is a soft 'suh' sound, like 'sir' without the 'r'. "Jang" rhymes with 'fang'. The stress is typically on the first syllable, 'Hel'.
More Example Sentences
Informing someone about after-work plans.
퇴근하고 헬스장에 들렀다 갈게요.
I'll stop by the gym after work.
Asking for local recommendations for a gym.
이 근처에 괜찮은 헬스장 있어요?
Is there a good gym around here?
Asking about amenities or services at a gym.
헬스장 등록하면 운동복도 주나요?
If I sign up for the gym, do they also provide workout clothes?
Cultural Context
"헬스장" is the most common and widely understood term for a gym in Korea. While "피트니스 센터" (fitness center) is also used, "헬스장" is more colloquial and frequently heard in daily conversation. Many apartment complexes have their own "헬스장," and local neighborhoods are dotted with them, reflecting the strong emphasis on physical fitness in Korean society. It's a central place for many Koreans to maintain their health and physique.
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Common Phrases
헬스장 등록
gym membership registration
헬스장 회원권
gym membership
헬스장 트레이너
gym trainer
Related Expressions
운동 센터
undong senteo
exercise center
체육관
cheyukgwan
gymnasium (more general, can be for sports)
피트니스 센터
piteuniseu senteo
fitness center (more formal)
PT 샵
pi-ti syap
PT shop (gym focused on personal training)
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