Korean Dictionary
How to say "Lobby" in Korean
“Lobby” in Korean is 로비 (pronounced "robi").
로비
robi
Usage & Context
The lobby is the main entrance area of a hotel where guests check in and out. It's typically decorated and equipped with information services.
Example Sentence
호텔 로비에서 관광 정보를 얻었어요.
I got tourist information at the hotel lobby.
How to use 로비 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Lobby” is 로비, romanized as robi.
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 로비.
Pronunciation Guide
For '로비' (robi), '로' sounds like 'row' in 'rowboat'. '비' sounds like 'bee' in 'bee'. So, pronounce it as ROH-bee.
More Example Sentences
Waiting for someone at a designated meeting point.
친구를 호텔 로비에서 기다리고 있어요.
I'm waiting for my friend in the hotel lobby.
Suggesting a short break in a public space.
로비에 앉아서 잠시 쉬었다 갈까요?
Shall we sit in the lobby and rest for a bit before leaving?
Commenting on the aesthetics of a hotel's entrance.
호텔 로비가 정말 넓고 화려하네요.
The hotel lobby is really spacious and luxurious.
Cultural Context
The '로비' (lobby) in Korean hotels serves as the main entrance and often a central gathering point, much like in Western countries. Many high-end hotel lobbies in Korea are renowned for their impressive design, art installations, and sometimes even feature cafes or lounges. These spaces are popular for business meetings, casual meet-ups, or simply enjoying a coffee, and are frequently seen as a backdrop in K-dramas for various encounters.
Editorial note
We review entries like 로비 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
로비에서 만나다
To meet in the lobby
호텔 로비
Hotel lobby
로비 라운지
Lobby lounge
Related Expressions
현관
hyeongan
Entrance/Front door (more general)
대기실
daegisil
Waiting room
접수처
jeopsucheo
Reception desk (more specific to a counter)
휴게실
hyugesil
Lounge/Rest area
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