Korean Dictionary
How to say "Metaverse" in Korean
“Metaverse” in Korean is 메타버스 (pronounced "metaboseu").
메타버스
metaboseu
Usage & Context
A virtual reality space where users interact. The metaverse is an emerging concept in Korea with growing interest from tech companies.
Example Sentence
메타버스에서 친구를 만났어요.
I met my friend in the metaverse.
How to use 메타버스 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Metaverse” is 메타버스, romanized as metaboseu.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The first part, 메타 (meta), sounds like 'meh-tah'. The second part, 버스 (beoseu), sounds like 'buh-seu' where 'eu' is a short 'uh' sound. Put it together: 'meh-tah-buh-seu'.
More Example Sentences
Talking about new trends with a friend.
요즘 메타버스에서 콘서트도 열린대요.
They say concerts are even held in the metaverse these days.
Explaining company strategy to a new employee.
우리 회사는 메타버스 플랫폼 개발에 집중하고 있어요.
Our company is focusing on developing a metaverse platform.
Sharing a personal experience with a friend.
메타버스 아바타를 예쁘게 꾸몄어요.
I decorated my metaverse avatar beautifully.
Cultural Context
The metaverse has gained significant traction in South Korea, particularly among younger generations (Gen Z and millennials). Platforms like Zepeto (네이버 제페토) are incredibly popular, allowing users to create avatars, interact, and even hold virtual events. Many K-pop idols and brands have a presence in the metaverse, using it for fan engagement, virtual concerts, and product launches. It's seen as a new frontier for social interaction, entertainment, and commerce.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
메타버스 플랫폼
Metaverse platform
메타버스 공간
Metaverse space
메타버스 시대
Metaverse era
Related Expressions
가상현실
gasang-hyeonshil
Virtual Reality
증강현실
jeunggang-hyeonshil
Augmented Reality
아바타
abat'a
Avatar
가상세계
gasang-segye
Virtual world
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