Korean Dictionary
How to say "Public space" in Korean
“Public space” in Korean is 공공 공간 (pronounced "Gonggong gonggan").
공공 공간
Gonggong gonggan
Usage & Context
Areas accessible to the public. Includes parks, plazas, and streets.
Example Sentence
공공 공간은 모두가 사용할 수 있어요.
Public spaces can be used by everyone.
How to use 공공 공간 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Public space” is 공공 공간, romanized as Gonggong gonggan.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
For '공공' (Gonggong), 'Gong' sounds like the 'gong' in 'King Kong.' Repeat it twice. For '공간' (gonggan), 'gong' is the same, and 'gan' sounds like 'gone' but with a clear 'n' sound at the end. The stress is fairly even across syllables.
More Example Sentences
Explaining the purpose of a newly developed area.
이 공공 공간은 시민들을 위한 거예요.
This public space is for the citizens.
Discussing weekend activities in a city.
주말에는 공공 공간에서 행사가 자주 열려요.
Events are often held in public spaces on weekends.
A reminder about civic responsibility.
공공 공간을 깨끗하게 사용하는 것이 중요해요.
It's important to use public spaces cleanly.
Cultural Context
In Korea, public spaces are often vibrant and well-utilized, especially in cities. Many parks, plazas, and riverfront areas (like the Han River parks) are designed for public enjoyment, often featuring cafes, performance areas, and exercise equipment. The concept of 'public good' (공공선, gonggongseon) is quite strong, and there's an emphasis on shared responsibility for maintaining these spaces. K-dramas often feature characters meeting or having significant moments in beautifully designed public parks or plazas.
Editorial note
We review entries like 공공 공간 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
공공 공간 활용
utilization of public spaces
공공 공간 디자인
public space design
공공 공간에서 만나자
Let's meet in a public space.
Related Expressions
공원
gongwon
park
광장
gwangjang
plaza
사유지
sayuji
private property (antonym)
개방 공간
gaebang gonggan
open space
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