Korean Dictionary
How to say "Holiday Market" in Korean
“Holiday Market” in Korean is 명절 장터 (pronounced "myeongjeol jangteo").
명절 장터
myeongjeol jangteo
Usage & Context
명절 장터 are temporary markets set up around Korean holidays selling traditional foods, crafts, and holiday gift sets. Many Korean traditional markets (재래시장) see dramatically increased business in the weeks before 설날 and 추석. The festive atmosphere of 명절 장터 with its colors, aromas, and sounds is a beloved part of Korean holiday culture.
Example Sentence
추석 전에 명절 장터에서 과일과 선물을 샀어요.
I bought fruits and gifts at the holiday market before Chuseok.
How to use 명절 장터 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Holiday Market” is 명절 장터, romanized as myeongjeol jangteo.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Say "myung-jeol jang-tuh." "Myung" sounds like "myeong" in "Myeong-dong." "Jeol" is like "jull" in "jolly." "Jang" rhymes with "song" but with a 'j' sound. "Teo" is like "tuh" in "tough." Stress is on the first syllable of each word.
More Example Sentences
Shopping for holiday food ingredients.
설날 전에 명절 장터에서 떡국 재료를 준비했어요.
Before Seollal, I prepared tteokguk ingredients at the holiday market.
Describing the atmosphere of a holiday market.
명절 장터는 사람들로 북적이고 활기찬 분위기예요.
Holiday markets are bustling with people and have a lively atmosphere.
Buying gifts for family during the holidays.
부모님께 드릴 선물을 명절 장터에서 골랐어요.
I chose gifts for my parents at the holiday market.
Cultural Context
명절 장터 (myeongjeol jangteo) are a quintessential part of Korean holiday preparations, especially for Seollal (Lunar New Year) and Chuseok (Harvest Festival). These temporary markets, often set up in traditional markets or public spaces, become vibrant hubs where families stock up on special holiday foods, fresh produce, and gift sets. The atmosphere is usually very festive, filled with the sounds of vendors calling out, the aroma of street food, and people bustling about, creating a sense of community and anticipation for the upcoming celebrations.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
명절 장터에 가다
to go to a holiday market
명절 장터 구경
looking around a holiday market
명절 장터에서 선물 사다
to buy gifts at a holiday market
Related Expressions
재래시장
jaeraesijang
traditional market
명절
myeongjeol
holiday (especially traditional ones)
장보기
jangbogi
grocery shopping
추석
Chuseok
Korean Thanksgiving (Harvest Festival)
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