Korean Dictionary
How to say "Round" in Korean
“Round” in Korean is 둥근 (pronounced "Dunggeun").
둥근
Dunggeun
Usage & Context
Dunggeun is the Korean word for round. Roundness is used in Korean design to create softness and friendliness. It represents harmony and completeness.
Example Sentence
둥근 모양이 귀여워요.
The round shape is cute.
How to use 둥근 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Round” is 둥근, romanized as Dunggeun.
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 둥근.
Pronunciation Guide
둥 (Dung) sounds like 'doong' in 'doong-doong' or 'dung' in 'dungaree'. 근 (geun) sounds like 'geun' in 'gun' but with a softer 'g' and the 'eu' like the 'u' in 'but'. The 'ng' is like in 'sing'.
Formal & Casual Forms
Formal (존댓말)
둥급니다
Dunggeumnida
Formal polite form of 'to be round'. (ㄹ irregular verb)
Casual (반말)
둥글어
Dunggeureo
Casual form of 'to be round'. (ㄹ irregular verb)
More Example Sentences
Describing home furniture.
우리 집 식탁은 둥근 모양이에요.
Our dining table is round.
Commenting on a baby's appearance.
아기 얼굴이 둥글고 귀여워요.
The baby's face is round and cute.
Describing the night sky.
둥근 보름달이 밤하늘에 떠올랐어요.
A round full moon rose in the night sky.
Cultural Context
'둥근' (Dunggeun) shapes are often associated with harmony, completeness, and softness in Korean culture. Traditional Korean pottery, like '달항아리' (dal hangari - moon jar), embodies this aesthetic with its perfectly round, smooth form. Many traditional foods like '송편' (songpyeon - crescent-shaped rice cakes) or '만두' (mandu - dumplings) also feature rounded shapes, symbolizing good fortune and familial unity. A '둥근 얼굴' (dunggeun eolgul - round face) is often considered youthful and friendly.
Editorial note
We review entries like 둥근 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
둥근 얼굴
round face
둥근 달
full moon (round moon)
둥근 상
round table
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