Korean Dictionary
How to say "Pilates" in Korean
“Pilates” in Korean is 필라테스 (pronounced "pillateus").
필라테스
pillateus
Usage & Context
Pilates is a popular fitness method in Korea focusing on core strength and flexibility. Many fitness studios offer pilates classes for various fitness levels.
Example Sentence
필라테스 수업을 들어요.
I take pilates classes.
How to use 필라테스 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Pilates” is 필라테스, romanized as pillateus.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The '필' (pil) sounds like 'peel' in 'peel an apple'. '라' (la) sounds like 'lah' in 'la-la-la'. '테' (te) sounds like 'teh' in 'tech'. '스' (seu) is a soft 's' sound followed by a very short 'oo' vowel, almost like 'ss'. Combine as 'peel-lah-teh-soo'.
More Example Sentences
Explaining the specific benefits of Pilates.
코어 강화에 필라테스가 정말 좋아요.
Pilates is really good for core strengthening.
Asking a friend about their experience with a specific type of Pilates.
기구 필라테스 해봤어요?
Have you tried reformer Pilates?
Sharing a personal improvement from practicing Pilates.
필라테스 덕분에 자세가 많이 좋아졌어요.
My posture has improved a lot thanks to Pilates.
Cultural Context
Pilates (필라테스) is incredibly popular in Korea, especially among women, often seen as a sophisticated and effective way to improve core strength, flexibility, and posture. Specialized Pilates studios (필라테스 스튜디오) are ubiquitous, with '기구 필라테스' (gigu pillateus), which uses equipment like reformers, being particularly trendy. It's often chosen for its focus on body alignment and rehabilitation.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
필라테스를 하다
to do Pilates
필라테스 강사
Pilates instructor
기구 필라테스
apparatus Pilates (reformer, etc.)
Related Expressions
요가
yoga
Yoga
코어 운동
koe eo undong
core exercise
자세 교정
jase gyujeong
posture correction
운동
undong
exercise, sport
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