Korean Dictionary
How to say "Magic Tricks" in Korean
“Magic Tricks” in Korean is 마술 (pronounced "Masul").
마술
Masul
Usage & Context
Learning and performing magic tricks is a fun hobby in Korea. Magic classes and clubs are popular among both children and adults who enjoy the art of illusion.
Example Sentence
마술을 배워서 파티에서 선보여요.
I learn magic tricks to perform at parties.
How to use 마술 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Magic Tricks” is 마술, romanized as Masul.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce '마술' as 'mah-sool'. 'Ma' is like 'mah' in 'mama'. 'Sul' sounds like 'sool' in 'pool' or 'cool'.
More Example Sentences
Recounting an entertaining moment at a party.
생일 파티에서 친구가 멋진 마술을 보여줬어요.
My friend showed us cool magic tricks at the birthday party.
Sharing a childhood dream or ambition.
어렸을 때 마술사가 되는 게 꿈이었어요.
When I was little, my dream was to become a magician.
Encouraging someone to try a seemingly difficult trick.
이 마술은 연습하면 누구나 할 수 있어요.
Anyone can do this magic trick if they practice.
Cultural Context
Magic tricks, or '마술', are a source of wonder and entertainment in Korea, enjoyed by both children and adults. Professional magicians often appear on TV shows, and street magic performances can be found in popular areas. There are also '마술 카페' (magic cafes) where customers can learn simple tricks or watch performances. Learning basic card tricks or coin tricks is a common pastime, and magic sets are popular gifts for kids, fostering curiosity and dexterity.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
마술을 배우다
to learn magic tricks
마술을 보여주다
to show a magic trick
마술 쇼
magic show
Related Expressions
마술사
Masulsa
Magician
트릭
Teurik
Trick
환상
Hwansang
Illusion / Fantasy
공연
Gongyeon
Performance
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