Korean Dictionary
How to say "Road" in Korean
“Road” in Korean is 도로 (pronounced "doro").
도로
doro
Usage & Context
도로 refers to roads of all types from small neighborhood streets to major expressways in Korea. Korea's 도로 network is well-developed with clear signage in Korean and English. Korean authorities maintain 도로 quality standards and conduct regular inspections to address road damage.
Example Sentence
공사 중인 도로가 많아서 우회해야 해요.
There are many roads under construction so we need to detour.
How to use 도로 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Road” is 도로, romanized as doro.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
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 도로.
Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, "Do," sounds like "doe" in "dough." The second syllable, "ro," sounds like "roh" in "row." Say it as "doe-roh," with a smooth flow and even stress.
More Example Sentences
Complaining about traffic.
이 도로는 차가 너무 많아서 막혀요.
This road has too many cars and is jammed.
Discussing infrastructure improvements.
새 도로가 생겨서 이동 시간이 단축됐어요.
A new road was built, so travel time has been shortened.
Giving a warning about driving conditions.
비가 와서 도로가 미끄러우니 조심하세요.
The road is slippery because of the rain, so be careful.
Cultural Context
Korea boasts an excellent road network, from well-maintained expressways (고속도로, gosokdoro) to local streets. You'll notice that road signs are typically in both Korean and English, making navigation easier for foreigners. The quality of roads is generally high, and repairs are often done efficiently, though construction can cause temporary delays.
Editorial note
We review entries like 도로 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
도로 표지판
road sign
도로 교통
road traffic
도로 공사
road construction
Related Expressions
길
gil
path, street, way (more general)
차도
chado
roadway, carriageway (part for vehicles)
인도
indo
sidewalk, pavement (part for pedestrians)
고속도로
gosokdoro
expressway, highway
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