Korean Dictionary
How to say "Mileage" in Korean
“Mileage” in Korean is 주행 거리 (pronounced "juhaeng geori").
주행 거리
juhaeng geori
Usage & Context
주행 거리 is the total distance a vehicle has traveled and is an important factor when buying used cars in Korea. Low 주행 거리 vehicles command higher prices in the Korean used car market. Annual 주행 거리 of Korean drivers is tracked by insurance companies to calculate policy premiums.
Example Sentence
이 중고차의 주행 거리가 얼마예요?
What is the mileage on this used car?
How to use 주행 거리 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Mileage” is 주행 거리, romanized as juhaeng geori.
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Pronunciation Guide
The word '주행 거리' is pronounced 'joo-haeng guh-ree'. '주' sounds like 'joo' in 'juice'. '행' is like 'haeng' as in 'hang' but with a softer 'h' and 'ae' like in 'cat'. '거' is like 'guh' in 'gutter'. '리' is like 'ree' in 'tree'.
More Example Sentences
Explaining why a used car is more expensive.
이 차는 주행 거리가 짧아서 가격이 좀 더 비싸요.
This car has low mileage, so the price is a bit higher.
Discussing factors that affect car insurance costs.
연간 주행 거리에 따라 자동차 보험료가 달라져요.
Car insurance premiums vary depending on annual mileage.
Stating a basic fact about new car purchases.
새 차를 사면 주행 거리가 0부터 시작하죠.
When you buy a new car, the mileage starts from 0.
Cultural Context
In Korea, '주행 거리' (mileage) is a critical factor when buying or selling used cars. Vehicles with lower mileage are generally more expensive and sought after, as they are perceived to have less wear and tear. Insurance companies also use annual mileage to calculate policy premiums, with lower mileage often leading to lower costs. It's a common practice for car owners to track their '주행 거리' for maintenance and insurance purposes.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
주행 거리 확인
Check mileage
주행 거리 조작
Mileage tampering
낮은 주행 거리
Low mileage
Related Expressions
연비
yeonbi
Fuel efficiency
중고차
junggocha
Used car
총 주행 거리
chong juhaeng geori
Total mileage
주행 기록
juhaeng girok
Driving record / Mileage record
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