Korean Dictionary
How to say "Refrigerator" in Korean
“Refrigerator” in Korean is 냉장고 (pronounced "naengjanggo").
냉장고
naengjanggo
Usage & Context
A refrigerator is used for storing food. The term 냉장고 is essential in Korean kitchens. Most Korean homes have large refrigerators for storing kimchi and other staples.
Example Sentence
음식을 냉장고에 보관해요.
I store food in the refrigerator.
How to use 냉장고 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Refrigerator” is 냉장고, romanized as naengjanggo.
Usage tip
Practice this word inside a full daily-life sentence, because particles and sentence endings make the Korean sound natural.
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 냉장고.
Pronunciation Guide
To pronounce 냉장고 (naengjanggo), say 'Naeng-jang-go.' 'Naeng' is like 'neng' in 'feng shui' but with an 'n' sound. 'Jang' is like 'jahng' (rhymes with 'song'). 'Go' is pronounced just like the English word 'go'.
More Example Sentences
Complaining about an empty fridge at home.
냉장고에 먹을 거 아무것도 없어.
There's nothing to eat in the refrigerator.
Giving advice on proper food storage, specifically for kimchi.
김치는 냉장고에 보관해야 신선해요.
Kimchi stays fresh if stored in the refrigerator.
Discussing a broken or old appliance that needs replacement.
새 냉장고를 사야 할 것 같아요.
I think I need to buy a new refrigerator.
Cultural Context
Korean homes often feature large, multi-door refrigerators, sometimes even two separate units: one for general food and another, specialized '김치냉장고' (kimchi naengjanggo), specifically designed to store kimchi at optimal temperatures for fermentation and freshness. These kimchi refrigerators are a testament to the importance of kimchi in Korean daily life and cuisine, ensuring this staple food is always perfectly preserved.
Editorial note
We review entries like 냉장고 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
냉장고에 넣어 놔.
Put it in the fridge.
냉장고 문 닫아!
Close the refrigerator door!
냉장고 정리 좀 해야겠다.
I need to organize the fridge.
Related Expressions
김치냉장고
kimchi naengjanggo
kimchi refrigerator
냉동고
naengdonggo
freezer
전자레인지
jeonjareinjji
microwave (another kitchen appliance)
주방
jubang
kitchen
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