Korean Dictionary
How to say "Museum building" in Korean
“Museum building” in Korean is 박물관 (pronounced "Bangmulgwan").
박물관
Bangmulgwan
Usage & Context
Building housing collections of artifacts. Important cultural institutions.
Example Sentence
국립박물관은 한국 역사를 보여줘요.
The National Museum shows Korean history.
How to use 박물관 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Museum building” is 박물관, romanized as Bangmulgwan.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, 'Bang' (박), sounds like the English word 'bang' but with a slightly softer 'b'. 'Mul' (물) sounds like 'mool' as in 'pool'. 'Gwan' (관) rhymes with the English word 'swan', with a soft 'g' sound. The 'b' in 'Bang' is unreleased, almost like 'pak'.
More Example Sentences
Sharing a weekend activity.
주말에 국립중앙박물관에 다녀왔어요.
I visited the National Museum of Korea over the weekend.
Providing practical information about a museum.
이 박물관은 입장료가 무료예요.
This museum has free admission.
Describing an educational family outing.
아이들과 함께 박물관 체험 학습을 했어요.
I did a museum experiential learning activity with the kids.
Cultural Context
Korea boasts a rich array of museums (박물관), from the grand National Museum of Korea (국립중앙박물관) in Seoul to numerous specialized local museums focusing on everything from kimchi to traditional folk arts. These institutions are popular educational destinations for families and students, often hosting engaging special exhibitions. Visiting a museum is a common cultural activity and a frequent topic in daily conversation.
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Common Phrases
박물관 가봤어?
Have you been to a museum?
무슨 박물관 좋아해?
What kind of museum do you like?
박물관에서 뭘 봤어?
What did you see at the museum?
Related Expressions
미술관
Misulgwan
art museum/gallery
전시회
Jeonsihoe
exhibition
유물
Yumul
artifact, relic
관람하다
Gwanlamhada
to view, to observe (often used for museums)
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