Korean Dictionary
How to say "Meerkat" in Korean
“Meerkat” in Korean is 미어캣 (pronounced "mieokaet").
미어캣
mieokaet
Usage & Context
A small social animal from African deserts. Meerkats are cute animals featured in Korean zoos and media. They are known for their upright posture and group behavior.
Example Sentence
미어캣이 서서 주변을 살펴봐요.
The meerkat stands and looks around.
How to use 미어캣 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Meerkat” is 미어캣, romanized as mieokaet.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce 미 (mi) like the English word "me." 어 (eo) sounds like the "uh" in "butter." 캣 (kaet) is pronounced just like the English word "cat." The stress is fairly even, but slightly emphasizes the first syllable.
More Example Sentences
Talking about popular animals at a zoo.
서울대공원에서 미어캣을 볼 수 있어요.
You can see meerkats at Seoul Grand Park.
Describing a meerkat's typical behavior.
미어캣은 항상 주변을 경계하며 서 있어요.
Meerkats always stand alert, watching their surroundings.
Sharing an experience at a unique animal cafe.
미어캣 카페에서 귀여운 미어캣들과 시간을 보냈어요.
I spent time with cute meerkats at a meerkat cafe.
Cultural Context
Meerkats are quite popular in Korea, often featured in zoos and children's educational programs due to their cute appearance and distinctive upright posture. '미어캣 카페' (meerkat cafes) exist in some cities, allowing visitors to interact with them, reflecting their appeal as exotic yet charming animals.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
미어캣처럼 서다
to stand like a meerkat (to stand upright and alert)
미어캣 무리
a group/mob of meerkats
미어캣 카페
meerkat cafe
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동물
dongmul
animal
사막동물
samakdongmul
desert animal
귀여운 동물
gwiyeoun dongmul
cute animal
야생동물
yasaengdongmul
wild animal
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