Korean Dictionary
How to say "Hanok Village" in Korean
“Hanok Village” in Korean is 한옥마을 (pronounced "hanok-maeul").
한옥마을
hanok-maeul
Usage & Context
Hanok villages preserve traditional Korean architecture and culture. Jeonju Hanok Village is the most famous, featuring hundreds of traditional houses.
Example Sentence
전주 한옥마을에서 전통 문화를 경험했어요.
I experienced traditional culture in Jeonju Hanok Village.
How to use 한옥마을 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Hanok Village” is 한옥마을, romanized as hanok-maeul.
Usage tip
Pair this travel word with polite request endings like -요 so it works in hotels, stations, taxis, and shops.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 한옥마을.
Pronunciation Guide
The pronunciation for 한옥마을 is 'hanok-maeul'. 'Hanok' sounds like 'hah-knock' (like 'knock' on a door). 'Maeul' sounds like 'mah-ool', with 'mah' like 'ma' in 'mama' and 'ool' like 'wool'.
More Example Sentences
Recommending places to visit in Seoul.
북촌 한옥마을은 서울의 대표적인 관광지 중 하나예요.
Bukchon Hanok Village is one of Seoul's representative tourist attractions.
Sharing travel experiences with friends.
전주 한옥마을에서 한복을 입고 사진을 찍었어요.
I wore hanbok and took photos at Jeonju Hanok Village.
Describing a unique travel accommodation.
한옥마을에서 하룻밤 묵는 건 특별한 경험이었어요.
Staying overnight in a hanok village was a special experience.
Cultural Context
Hanok villages are incredibly popular, especially Jeonju Hanok Village and Bukchon Hanok Village in Seoul. Tourists often rent hanbok (traditional Korean clothing) to wear while strolling through these villages, creating a picturesque and immersive cultural experience. Many hanok have been converted into guesthouses, cafes, and craft shops, blending tradition with modern tourism and offering a unique glimpse into Korea's architectural heritage.
Editorial note
We review entries like 한옥마을 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
한옥마을을 방문하다
to visit a hanok village
한옥마을에서 숙박하다
to stay overnight in a hanok village
아름다운 한옥마을
beautiful hanok village
Related Expressions
한옥
hanok
traditional Korean house
마을
maeul
village
전통 가옥
jeontong gaok
traditional house
민속 마을
minseok maeul
folk village (similar concept, but often more of an open-air museum)
More Travel Words
Master Korean with AI-Powered Learning
Practice Hanok Village and 10,000+ words with native pronunciation and AI conversation.
