Korean Dictionary
How to say "Renovation" in Korean
“Renovation” in Korean is 리모델링 (pronounced "Rimodelling").
리모델링
Rimodelling
Usage & Context
Updating or improving an existing building. Popular in Korea for modernizing older apartments.
Example Sentence
우리 집을 리모델링하기로 했어요.
We decided to renovate our house.
How to use 리모델링 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Renovation” is 리모델링, romanized as Rimodelling.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
리모델링 (Rimodelling) sounds like 'Ree-moh-dell-ling'. 'Ree' as in 'tree', 'moh' as in 'more', 'dell' as in 'Dell computers', and 'ling' as in 'sing'. The 'd' sound is softer than in English. Stress is fairly even.
More Example Sentences
Sharing a personal home improvement story.
오래된 아파트를 리모델링해서 새집처럼 만들었어요.
We renovated an old apartment and made it like a new house.
Discussing renovation expenses with a friend.
주방 리모델링 비용이 생각보다 많이 나왔어요.
The kitchen renovation cost more than I expected.
Announcing a project at work.
다음 달부터 사무실 리모델링 공사가 시작될 예정이에요.
The office renovation work is scheduled to start next month.
Cultural Context
"리모델링" is a very common term in Korea, especially for apartments (아파트). Many Koreans buy older apartments at a lower price and then "리모델링" them to their taste, often resulting in a modern, stylish interior. It's a popular way to customize living spaces and increase property value. TV shows often feature home renovation projects.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
집 리모델링
House renovation
아파트 리모델링
Apartment renovation
리모델링 공사
Renovation work/construction
Related Expressions
수리
suri
Repair
개조
gaejo
Remodel, alter
인테리어
interieo
Interior design
재건축
jaegeonchuk
Reconstruction (often for entire buildings/complexes)
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