Korean Dictionary
How to say "Rock Climbing" in Korean
“Rock Climbing” in Korean is 암벽등반 (pronounced "ambyek-deungban").
암벽등반
ambyek-deungban
Usage & Context
Rock climbing is a growing sport in Korea with indoor climbing gyms and outdoor climbing areas. The sport combines physical strength with problem-solving skills.
Example Sentence
암벽등반은 재미있어요.
Rock climbing is fun.
How to use 암벽등반 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Rock Climbing” is 암벽등반, romanized as ambyek-deungban.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The '암' (am) sounds like 'ahm' in 'calm'. '벽' (byeok) is like 'byuk' in 'by-yuk'. '등' (deung) sounds like 'dung' in 'dungaree'. '반' (ban) sounds like 'bahn' in 'bahn mi'. Put it together as 'ahm-byuk-deung-bahn'.
More Example Sentences
Expressing a desire to try a new activity.
실내 암벽등반 체험해보고 싶어요.
I want to try indoor rock climbing.
Talking about weekend plans with a hobby group.
주말에 암벽등반 동호회에 갈 거예요.
I'm going to the rock climbing club this weekend.
Explaining the health benefits of the sport.
암벽등반은 전신 운동에 좋아요.
Rock climbing is good for a full-body workout.
Cultural Context
Given Korea's mountainous terrain, outdoor rock climbing (암벽등반) has a natural appeal. However, indoor climbing gyms (클라이밍짐) are incredibly popular in urban areas, attracting a diverse crowd. It's seen as a challenging yet rewarding sport that builds both physical strength and mental focus, often fostering strong communities among enthusiasts.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
암벽등반을 하다
to rock climb
암벽등반 장비
rock climbing gear
실내 암벽등반
indoor rock climbing
Related Expressions
등산
deungsan
hiking, mountain climbing (general)
클라이밍
keullaiming
climbing (often used for sport climbing)
산
san
mountain
운동
undong
exercise, sport
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