Korean Dictionary
How to say "Road Trip" in Korean
“Road Trip” in Korean is 로드 트립 (pronounced "rodeu teureep").
로드 트립
rodeu teureep
Usage & Context
Road trips are a popular way to experience Korea's diverse landscapes and attractions. The country's excellent highway system makes it easy to travel between regions.
Example Sentence
친구들과 로드 트립을 계획했어요.
I planned a road trip with my friends.
How to use 로드 트립 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Road Trip” is 로드 트립, romanized as rodeu teureep.
Usage tip
Pair this travel word with polite request endings like -요 so it works in hotels, stations, taxis, and shops.
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 로드 트립.
Pronunciation Guide
Say "Ro-deu Teu-reep". "Ro" is like 'row' in 'rowboat'. "Deu" is like 'duh' in 'duh-duh' but with a short 'eu' sound. "Teu" is like 'too' but with a short 'eu' sound. "Reep" is like 'reap'.
More Example Sentences
Sharing summer vacation plans.
이번 여름휴가는 친구들과 로드 트립으로 떠날 거예요. 동해안으로요!
I'm going on a road trip with my friends for this summer vacation. To the East Coast!
Asking for travel recommendations.
한국에서 로드 트립하기 좋은 곳 추천해주세요. 경치 좋은 곳이면 좋겠어요.
Please recommend good places for a road trip in Korea. Scenic places would be great.
Expressing excitement about food during a trip.
로드 트립 중에 맛집 탐방도 빼놓을 수 없죠! 지역 특산물도 먹고요.
You can't leave out visiting good restaurants during a road trip! And eating local specialties.
Cultural Context
Road trips are a popular way for Koreans to explore their country's diverse landscapes, from the coastal roads of Gangneung and Busan to the volcanic beauty of Jeju Island. Korea's excellent highway system and numerous rest stops (휴게소, hyugeso) offering unique local foods and amenities make road trips a comfortable and enjoyable experience. Many K-dramas and variety shows feature characters going on road trips, highlighting their appeal.
Editorial note
We review entries like 로드 트립 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
로드 트립 가다
to go on a road trip
로드 트립 계획
road trip plan
로드 트립 코스
road trip course/route
Related Expressions
여행
yeohaeng
trip, travel
드라이브
deuraibeu
drive (leisurely drive)
장거리 운전
janggeori unjeon
long-distance driving
국내 여행
gungnae yeohaeng
domestic travel
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