Korean Dictionary
How to say "Liter" in Korean
“Liter” in Korean is 리터 (pronounced "riteo").
리터
riteo
Usage & Context
Metric unit for large liquid volumes. Approximately 4 cups. Used for broths and soups.
Example Sentence
물 1리터를 넣어요.
I add 1 liter of water.
How to use 리터 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Liter” is 리터, romanized as riteo.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The word "리터" (riteo) sounds like "ree" (as in 'reel') followed by "tuh" (as in 'tough' without the 'f'). The 'r' is a light flap, similar to the 'tt' in American English 'butter'. The 'eo' vowel is like the 'uh' in 'up'.
More Example Sentences
Referring to the size of a water bottle.
이 생수병은 2리터짜리예요.
This water bottle is a 2-liter one.
Following a recipe for ramyeon (using ml, which is related to liters).
라면 끓일 때 물 500밀리리터 넣으세요.
When cooking ramyeon, add 500 milliliters of water.
Asking for a specific amount of fuel at a gas station.
휘발유 30리터 넣어주세요.
Please put in 30 liters of gasoline.
Cultural Context
Liters are the standard unit for liquid volume in Korea, used ubiquitously for everything from beverages to fuel. You'll see '리터' on milk cartons, soda bottles, and at gas stations. While '밀리리터' (milliliter) is also common for smaller amounts, '리터' is the go-to for larger volumes, especially when buying drinks or filling up your car.
Editorial note
We review entries like 리터 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
몇 리터?
How many liters?
1리터짜리 주세요.
Give me a 1-liter one.
물 2리터 마셨어요.
I drank 2 liters of water.
Related Expressions
밀리리터
milliliteo
milliliter
용량
yongnyang
capacity, volume
물
mul
water
음료수
eumnyosu
beverage
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