Korean Dictionary
How to say "Internet" in Korean
“Internet” in Korean is 인터넷 (pronounced "Inteonet").
인터넷
Inteonet
Usage & Context
Korea has the world's fastest average internet speeds. Nationwide fiber optic coverage makes Korea a tech leader. Online gaming is a national pastime. PC방 (internet cafes, literally 'PC rooms') are popular social spaces where people game together or browse the web.
Example Sentence
한국 인터넷 속도는 세계 최고 수준이에요.
Korea's internet speed is among the world's best.
How to use 인터넷 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Internet” is 인터넷, romanized as Inteonet.
Usage tip
Practice this word inside a full daily-life sentence, because particles and sentence endings make the Korean sound natural.
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 인터넷.
Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, '인' (in), sounds like 'in' in 'ink'. The second syllable, '터' (teo), sounds like 'tuh' in 'tough'. The third syllable, '넷' (net), sounds like 'net' in 'net'. The stress is fairly even, with slight emphasis on '인' and '넷'.
More Example Sentences
Experiencing technical issues.
인터넷이 안 돼서 답답해요.
The internet isn't working, so I'm frustrated.
Finding a convenient spot.
이 카페는 인터넷이 무료예요.
This cafe has free internet.
Describing a hobby/habit.
인터넷으로 영화를 자주 봐요.
I often watch movies online.
Cultural Context
Korea is famous for its incredibly fast internet speeds and widespread connectivity. Online gaming is a huge part of youth culture, with 'PC방' (PC rooms/internet cafes) being popular social hubs where friends gather to play games. Many apartments come with pre-installed high-speed internet, and public Wi-Fi is readily available in most cities.
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
인터넷 검색
Internet search
인터넷 연결
Internet connection
인터넷 강의
Online lecture/course
Related Expressions
와이파이
waipai
Wi-Fi
데이터
deiteo
Data (mobile data)
온라인
onlain
Online
PC방
pissibang
PC room, internet cafe
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