Korean Dictionary
How to say "Meadow" in Korean
“Meadow” in Korean is 초원 (pronounced "Chowon").
초원
Chowon
Usage & Context
초원 (meadow/grassland) is used to describe open grassy plains, which are less common in mountainous Korea but exist in plateau areas like Daegwallyeong in Gangwon Province. These grasslands are popular filming locations and tourist spots. The word evokes a sense of openness and freedom.
Example Sentence
대관령 초원에서 양 떼를 볼 수 있어요.
You can see sheep flocks on the Daegwallyeong meadows.
How to use 초원 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Meadow” is 초원, romanized as Chowon.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce 'Cho' like 'cho' in 'choir' or 'show' with a soft 'ch' sound. 'Won' is pronounced like 'wahn', similar to 'won' in 'wonder'. The stress is fairly even.
More Example Sentences
Expressing a feeling of openness and relief when seeing a wide meadow.
드넓은 초원을 보니 가슴이 뻥 뚫리는 것 같았어요.
Seeing the vast meadow, it felt like my chest opened up (I felt refreshed and free).
Referring to famous grasslands outside of Korea.
몽골 초원에서는 유목민들이 말을 타고 다녀요.
In the Mongolian steppes (meadows), nomads ride horses.
Suggesting a specific scenic meadow for photography.
대관령 양떼목장 초원은 사진 찍기 좋은 곳이에요.
The meadow at Daegwallyeong Sheep Farm is a great place for taking photos.
Cultural Context
While Korea is largely mountainous, '초원' (chowon) evokes images of vast, open grasslands, which are less common but highly cherished. Places like Daegwallyeong in Gangwon Province are famous for their sheep farms and rolling meadows, often featured in K-dramas and films for their picturesque, serene beauty. The word '초원' carries a sense of freedom, natural beauty, and a peaceful escape from urban life, often associated with a refreshing breeze and wide-open skies.
Editorial note
We review entries like 초원 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
넓은 초원
Wide meadow
초원 위를 걷다
To walk on the meadow
초원 풍경
Meadow scenery
Related Expressions
목장
Mokjang
Ranch, pasture
들판
Deulpan
Field, plain
평야
Pyeongya
Plain, flatland
대자연
Daejayeon
Great nature, wilderness
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