Korean Dictionary
How to say "Last Train" in Korean
“Last Train” in Korean is 막차 (pronounced "makcha").
막차
makcha
Usage & Context
막차 is the last train or bus of the day and is a culturally significant concept in Korean nightlife. Missing the 막차 means having to take a taxi or wait until morning which can be expensive. The phrase 막차 시간 (last train time) is frequently mentioned in Korean social plans.
Example Sentence
막차 시간이 다 됐으니까 빨리 가야 해요.
The last train time is almost here so we need to hurry.
How to use 막차 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Last Train” is 막차, romanized as makcha.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
막 (mak) sounds like "mock" but with a short 'a' sound, similar to "mahk". The 'k' is a soft, unreleased sound. 차 (cha) sounds like "cha" in "chai tea". The stress is on the first syllable, "mak".
More Example Sentences
Worrying about getting home late at night.
막차 놓치면 택시 타야 하는데 너무 비싸요.
If I miss the last train, I have to take a taxi, which is too expensive.
Friends planning their night out.
막차 시간 몇 시인지 확인해 봤어?
Did you check what time the last train is?
Informing someone about departure plans after a late event.
오늘은 막차 타고 집에 갈 거야.
I'm going home on the last train today.
Cultural Context
막차 is a central concept in Korean nightlife and social planning. Missing the last train or bus (막차) often means a costly taxi ride home or even an unplanned overnight stay, which can be a source of stress or a funny anecdote in K-dramas. Friends often coordinate their departures around '막차 시간' (last train time), and the rush to catch it is a common scene, reflecting the importance of public transport for late-night commutes.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
막차 놓치다
to miss the last train/bus
막차 타다
to take the last train/bus
막차 끊기다
for the last train/bus to stop running
Related Expressions
첫차
cheotcha
first train/bus
택시
taeksi
taxi
심야버스
simyabeoseu
late-night bus
막차 시간
makcha sigan
last train/bus time
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