Korean Dictionary
How to say "Solo Movie" in Korean
“Solo Movie” in Korean is 혼영 (pronounced "honyeong").
혼영
honyeong
Usage & Context
Watching movies alone without company. Part of the growing trend of solo activities becoming normalized in Korean society.
Example Sentence
나 혼영 좋아해.
I like watching movies alone.
How to use 혼영 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Solo Movie” is 혼영, romanized as honyeong.
Usage tip
Use slang only with friends or people who already speak casually with you. It can sound rude in formal Korean.
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 혼영.
Pronunciation Guide
혼 (hon) sounds like 'hone' as in 'honeymoon'. 영 (yeong) rhymes with 'young' or 'song' but with a 'y' sound at the beginning. The two syllables are pronounced distinctly and evenly.
More Example Sentences
Planning weekend activities based on personal preference.
주말에 혼영이나 할까? 보고 싶은 영화가 있거든.
Should I watch a movie alone this weekend? There's a movie I want to see.
Discussing the benefits of individual leisure.
혼영의 장점은 내가 보고 싶은 영화를 마음껏 볼 수 있다는 거야.
The advantage of solo movie watching is that I can watch any movie I want freely.
Observing a social change in public spaces.
요즘은 혼영하는 사람들이 많아서 영화관에서 어색하지 않아.
These days, there are many people watching movies alone, so it's not awkward at the cinema.
Cultural Context
혼영 (honyeong) is a compound of '혼자' (honja, alone) and '영화' (yeonghwa, movie). While going to the movies with friends or a date has always been a popular social activity in Korea, '혼영' has gained significant traction. It reflects the broader '혼족' (honjok, solo tribe) trend, where individuals increasingly embrace activities alone without feeling self-conscious. Many find '혼영' liberating, allowing them to choose any movie, at any time, without having to coordinate with others or compromise on genre. This shift is part of a larger societal move towards valuing personal time and individual preferences.
Editorial note
We flag slang like 혼영 for register and audience, since Korean slang can shift quickly and may sound rude outside close friendships.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
혼영하기 좋은 시간.
A good time for solo movie watching.
나 혼영 자주 해.
I often watch movies alone.
오늘 혼영할 사람?
Anyone want to watch a movie alone today? (Often rhetorical, or implying 'I'm going to watch a movie alone')
Related Expressions
혼밥
honbap
Solo eating
혼술
honsul
Solo drinking
혼자 영화 보다
honja yeonghwa boda
To watch a movie alone (more literal)
영화 보러 가다
yeonghwa boreo gada
To go watch a movie
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