Korean Dictionary
How to say "Highway Rest Stop" in Korean
“Highway Rest Stop” in Korean is 휴게소 (pronounced "hyugeso").
휴게소
hyugeso
Usage & Context
휴게소 are rest stops along Korean expressways offering food, fuel, restrooms, and convenience stores. Korean 휴게소 are famous for their regional specialty foods making them a destination in themselves. The Anseong 휴게소 and Deokpyeong 휴게소 are among the most famous in Korea.
Example Sentence
고속도로 휴게소에서 잠깐 쉬면서 국수를 먹었어요.
We took a short rest at the highway rest stop and ate noodles.
How to use 휴게소 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Highway Rest Stop” is 휴게소, romanized as hyugeso.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce '휴게소' as "Hyu-geh-so." '휴' (hyu) sounds like "hue" (a color). '게' (geh) is like "get" without the 't'. '소' (so) is pronounced like "so" (thus).
More Example Sentences
Asking fellow passengers during a road trip.
이번 휴게소에서 화장실만 들렀다 갈까요?
Shall we just stop at this rest stop for the restroom and go?
Praising the food culture at Korean rest stops.
한국 휴게소 음식은 정말 맛있어요.
Korean rest stop food is really delicious.
Observing a crowded rest stop during peak travel time.
주말이라 휴게소에 차가 엄청 많네요.
It's the weekend, so there are a lot of cars at the rest stop.
Cultural Context
Korean highway rest stops (휴게소) are far more than just places to refuel or use the restroom; they are cultural destinations. They are famous for offering a wide variety of delicious and often regionally specific foods, from classic tteokbokki and hot dogs to unique local specialties. Many Koreans plan their road trips around which 휴게소 they want to visit for a meal or a snack, making them an integral part of the travel experience.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
휴게소 들르다
to stop by a rest stop
휴게소 음식
rest stop food
휴게소 화장실
rest stop restroom
Related Expressions
고속도로
gosokdoro
highway / expressway
주유소
juyuso
gas station
간식
gansik
snack
맛집
matjip
famous restaurant (often used for rest stop food)
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