Korean Dictionary
How to say "Paper craft" in Korean
“Paper craft” in Korean is 종이 공예 (pronounced "Jongyi gongyae").
종이 공예
Jongyi gongyae
Usage & Context
Crafts made from paper. Popular hobby and educational activity in Korean schools.
Example Sentence
종이 공예는 재미있는 활동입니다.
Paper craft is a fun activity.
How to use 종이 공예 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Paper craft” is 종이 공예, romanized as Jongyi gongyae.
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 종이 공예.
Pronunciation Guide
For '종이' (Jongyi), 'Jong' sounds like 'jong' in 'jongle,' and 'yi' sounds like 'ee' in 'see.' For '공예' (gongyae), 'gong' is like 'gong' in 'gong show,' and 'yae' sounds like 'yay' in 'hooray.' The stress is fairly even across the syllables.
More Example Sentences
Recalling a favorite childhood hobby.
어릴 때 종이 공예 수업 정말 좋아했어요.
I really loved paper craft classes when I was little.
Planning a family activity.
이번 주말에 아이들과 종이 공예 체험하러 갈까요?
Shall we go try paper craft with the kids this weekend?
Discussing traditional crafts in Korea.
한국에서는 한지 공예처럼 전통 종이 공예도 인기가 많아요.
In Korea, traditional paper crafts like Hanji craft are also very popular.
Cultural Context
Paper craft (종이 공예) is a very common activity in Korean kindergartens and elementary schools, often using colorful origami paper (색종이) or traditional Korean paper (한지). Hanji craft (한지 공예) is a distinct and highly valued art form, creating intricate boxes, lamps, and other items from layered and lacquered Hanji. It's not just a children's activity but a respected traditional art form.
Editorial note
We review entries like 종이 공예 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
종이 공예 수업
Paper craft class
종이 공예 작품
Paper craft artwork
종이 공예 키트
Paper craft kit
Related Expressions
한지 공예
Hanji gongyae
Hanji craft
종이접기
Jongijeopgi
Origami (paper folding)
수공예
Sugongye
Handicraft
미술 활동
Misul hwaldong
Art activity
More Art & Design Words
Master Korean with AI-Powered Learning
Practice Paper craft and 10,000+ words with native pronunciation and AI conversation.
