Korean Dictionary
How to say "No Parking" in Korean
“No Parking” in Korean is 주차 금지 (pronounced "jucha geunji").
주차 금지
jucha geunji
Usage & Context
주차 금지 signs are commonly displayed in Korean neighborhoods, commercial areas, and near schools. Korean parking enforcement officers actively ticket and tow vehicles in 주차 금지 zones especially near bus stops and fire hydrants. Residents in Korean apartments can report 주차 금지 violations through local government apps.
Example Sentence
여기는 주차 금지 구역이에요.
This is a no-parking zone.
How to use 주차 금지 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “No Parking” is 주차 금지, romanized as jucha geunji.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 주차 금지.
Pronunciation Guide
주 (ju) sounds like 'joo' in 'juice'. 차 (cha) sounds like 'cha' in 'chai tea'. 금 (geum) sounds like 'goom' in 'groom'. 지 (ji) sounds like 'jee' in 'jeep'. Put it together as 'joo-cha-goom-jee'.
More Example Sentences
Warning someone about the consequences of illegal parking.
주차 금지 구역에 차를 세우면 벌금을 내야 해요.
If you park in a no-parking zone, you have to pay a fine.
Explaining the specific reason for a no-parking restriction.
여기는 소방차 진입로라서 주차 금지예요.
This is a fire truck access road, so no parking.
Explaining a parking mistake to a friend or official.
주차 금지 표지판을 못 보고 주차했어요.
I didn't see the no-parking sign and parked there.
Cultural Context
Parking in Korea, especially in densely populated cities like Seoul, is notoriously difficult. '주차 금지' signs are ubiquitous, and parking enforcement is strict, with towing (견인) and fines being common for violations. Many apartment complexes and commercial buildings have designated parking, but street parking is often limited and heavily regulated. Illegal parking is a frequent source of frustration and conflict among residents and drivers.
Editorial note
We review entries like 주차 금지 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
주차 금지 구역
No-parking zone
불법 주차
Illegal parking
주차 금지 표지판
No-parking sign
Related Expressions
주차
jucha
Parking
금지
geumji
Prohibition/ban
견인
gyeonin
Towing
주차 위반
jucha wiban
Parking violation
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