Korean Dictionary
How to say "Jeju Island" in Korean
“Jeju Island” in Korean is 제주도 (pronounced "Jejudo").
제주도
Jejudo
Usage & Context
Korea's most famous island destination, often called the 'Hawaii of Korea'. Famous for Hallasan volcanic mountain, Seongsan Ilchulbong sunrise peak, beautiful beaches, black lava stone walls, 해녀 (haenyeo) diving women culture, black pork, and 감귤 (tangerines). A UNESCO World Heritage site.
Example Sentence
제주도는 한국에서 꼭 가봐야 할 여행지예요.
Jeju Island is a must-visit destination in Korea.
How to use 제주도 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Jeju Island” is 제주도, romanized as Jejudo.
Usage tip
Pair this travel word with polite request endings like -요 so it works in hotels, stations, taxis, and shops.
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 제주도.
Pronunciation Guide
제주 (Jeju) is pronounced 'jeh-joo,' with 'jeh' like 'jet' and 'joo' like 'juice.' 도 (Do) sounds like 'doe,' as in a female deer. Put it together: 'Jeh-joo-doe.'
More Example Sentences
Discussing vacation plans.
이번 여름휴가 때 제주도에 갈 계획이에요.
I'm planning to go to Jeju Island for this summer vacation.
Recommending local food after a trip.
제주도 흑돼지는 정말 맛있어요!
Jeju black pork is really delicious!
Describing Jeju Island to someone unfamiliar with it.
제주도는 유네스코 세계유산으로 지정된 아름다운 섬이에요.
Jeju Island is a beautiful island designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Cultural Context
Jeju Island is Korea's most famous and beloved island destination, often dubbed the 'Hawaii of Korea.' It's renowned for its unique volcanic landscapes, including Hallasan Mountain and Seongsan Ilchulbong (Sunrise Peak), beautiful beaches, and distinct local culture. A UNESCO World Heritage site, Jeju is also famous for its 'haenyeo' (해녀), female divers who harvest seafood without breathing apparatus, a practice recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage. Don't miss the local specialties like black pork (흑돼지) and sweet tangerines (감귤).
Editorial note
We review entries like 제주도 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
제주도 여행
Jeju Island trip
제주도 갈래?
Want to go to Jeju Island?
제주도에서 살고 싶다.
I want to live on Jeju Island.
Related Expressions
한라산
Hallasan
Hallasan Mountain (Jeju's highest peak)
성산일출봉
Seongsan Ilchulbong
Sunrise Peak (famous volcanic tuff cone)
해녀
haenyeo
Female divers of Jeju
감귤
gamgyul
Tangerine (Jeju's specialty fruit)
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