Korean Dictionary
How to say "Lantern craft" in Korean
“Lantern craft” in Korean is 등 공예 (pronounced "Deung gongyae").
등 공예
Deung gongyae
Usage & Context
Traditional Korean craft of making decorative lanterns. Important in Korean festivals and cultural celebrations.
Example Sentence
등 공예는 한국의 전통 공예입니다.
Lantern craft is a traditional Korean craft.
How to use 등 공예 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Lantern craft” is 등 공예, romanized as Deung gongyae.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
등 (deung) sounds like 'dung' in 'dung beetle' but with a softer 'd' and a slightly more nasal 'ung'. 공 (gong) sounds like 'gong' as in the instrument. 예 (yae) sounds like 'yay' as in 'yay!'. Combine as 'deung gong-yay', with fairly even stress.
More Example Sentences
Describing the decorations during a traditional festival.
부처님 오신 날에는 예쁜 등 공예품을 많이 볼 수 있어요.
On Buddha's Birthday, you can see many beautiful lantern crafts.
Expressing interest in a cultural activity or workshop.
전통 등 공예 체험을 해보고 싶어요.
I want to try a traditional lantern craft experience.
Explaining the significance of a specific craft.
한지 등 공예는 한국의 아름다운 전통 예술이에요.
Hanji lantern craft is a beautiful traditional Korean art.
Cultural Context
'등 공예' is deeply rooted in Korean tradition, especially associated with Buddhist festivals like 'Yeondeunghoe' (연등회), the Lotus Lantern Festival, which celebrates Buddha's Birthday. During this UNESCO-recognized festival, the streets of Seoul are adorned with thousands of intricately crafted lanterns made from hanji (traditional Korean paper), showcasing a vibrant display of Korean cultural heritage.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
전통 등 공예
traditional lantern craft
등 공예 체험
lantern craft experience
한지 등
hanji lantern
Related Expressions
등불
deungbul
lantern, lamp (general term)
한지
hanji
traditional Korean paper
공예품
gongyepum
craftwork, handicraft
연등회
Yeondeunghoe
Lotus Lantern Festival
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