Korean Dictionary
How to say "Height" in Korean
“Height” in Korean is 키 (pronounced "ki").
키
ki
Usage & Context
The measurement of how tall a person is. Used in medical and everyday contexts. Important for describing body measurements.
Example Sentence
키가 크네요.
You are tall.
How to use 키 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Height” is 키, romanized as ki.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The pronunciation for '키' is very simple, sounding exactly like the English word 'key'. The 'k' sound is soft, not aspirated.
More Example Sentences
Stating one's own height in a casual conversation.
제 키는 170cm예요.
My height is 170cm.
Recalling childhood insecurities about physical appearance.
어릴 때 키가 작아서 고민이 많았어요.
When I was young, I was short, so I worried a lot.
Making a general observation about physical attributes and sports.
키가 크면 농구에 유리해요.
If you're tall, it's advantageous for basketball.
Cultural Context
Height ('키') is a very common topic in Korea, especially among young people, and is often seen as an important physical attribute. Phrases like '키 크다' (to be tall) and '키 작다' (to be short) are frequently used. There's also a cultural emphasis on children growing tall, with many products and foods marketed for '키 성장' (height growth).
Editorial note
We review entries like 키 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
키가 크다
to be tall
키가 작다
to be short
키 재다
to measure height
Related Expressions
신장
sinjang
height (more formal, often for official records or medical contexts)
높이
nopi
height (of objects, general height)
키 크다
ki keuda
to be tall
키 작다
ki jakda
to be short
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