Korean Dictionary
How to say "Plaza" in Korean
“Plaza” in Korean is 광장 (pronounced "Gwangjang").
광장
Gwangjang
Usage & Context
Open public square. Important gathering spaces in cities.
Example Sentence
광장에서 많은 사람들이 모여요.
Many people gather at the plaza.
How to use 광장 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Plaza” is 광장, romanized as Gwangjang.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
For '광' (Gwang), it sounds like 'gwa' in 'Guam' followed by a soft 'ng' sound, similar to the end of 'sing.' For '장' (jang), it sounds like 'jang' in 'jangly.' The 'gwang' syllable is slightly longer.
More Example Sentences
Describing a famous city landmark.
서울 시청 앞 광장은 항상 사람들로 북적여요.
The plaza in front of Seoul City Hall is always bustling with people.
Talking about an upcoming event.
주말에 광장에서 플리마켓이 열릴 예정이에요.
A flea market is scheduled to be held in the plaza this weekend.
Suggesting a meeting point with friends.
우리 광장에서 만나서 같이 가자.
Let's meet at the plaza and go together.
Cultural Context
Plazas in Korea, like Gwanghwamun Plaza in Seoul, are significant historical and cultural landmarks. They are not just open spaces but often sites for protests, celebrations, and public gatherings. They often feature statues of historical figures (e.g., King Sejong, Admiral Yi Sun-sin) and are central to national identity and civic life. Many K-dramas use plazas as a backdrop for dramatic public scenes or romantic encounters.
Editorial note
We review entries like 광장 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
광장에서 시위하다
to protest in the plaza
광장 문화
plaza culture
광장으로 모이다
to gather in the plaza
Related Expressions
공원
gongwon
park
광화문 광장
Gwanghwamun Gwangjang
Gwanghwamun Plaza (a specific famous plaza)
중심가
jungsimga
downtown/city center
광장 시장
Gwangjang Sijang
Gwangjang Market (a famous market, not a plaza, but uses the word)
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