Korean Dictionary
How to say "Piano" in Korean
“Piano” in Korean is 피아노 (pronounced "Piaano").
피아노
Piaano
Usage & Context
A keyboard instrument with strings struck by hammers. Fundamental instrument in music education.
Example Sentence
피아노를 쳐요.
I play the piano.
How to use 피아노 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Piano” is 피아노, romanized as Piaano.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, 'Pi', sounds like 'pee' in 'peek.' The second syllable, 'a', sounds like 'ah' in 'father.' The third syllable, 'no', sounds like 'noh' in 'know.' Put them together as 'pee-ah-noh.' The stress is often on the first syllable.
More Example Sentences
Recalling childhood memories.
어릴 때 피아노 학원에 다녔던 기억이 나요.
I remember going to piano lessons when I was little.
Attending a cultural event.
피아노 연주회가 있어서 오랜만에 클래식 음악을 들었어요.
There was a piano concert, so I listened to classical music for the first time in a long while.
Expressing a desire for a household item.
우리 집 거실에 피아노가 있으면 좋겠어요.
I wish we had a piano in our living room.
Cultural Context
피아노 (piano) is a very common instrument in Korea, often considered a foundational part of early childhood education. Many Korean children attend '피아노 학원' (piano hagwon, piano academy) from a young age. It's deeply ingrained in the culture, from classical music appreciation to K-drama soundtracks and pop ballads. Digital pianos are also very popular for home practice.
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Common Phrases
피아노를 치다
To play the piano (literally 'hit the piano keys')
피아노 연주
Piano performance/playing
피아노 건반
Piano keys
Related Expressions
건반 악기
Geonban akgi
Keyboard instrument
피아니스트
Pianiseuteu
Pianist
피아노 학원
Piano hagwon
Piano academy/lessons
멜로디언
Mellodieon
Melodica (often used in early music education)
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