Korean Dictionary
How to say "Skateboarding" in Korean
“Skateboarding” in Korean is 스케이트보드 (pronounced "Seukeiteobodeu").
스케이트보드
Seukeiteobodeu
Usage & Context
Skateboarding has grown as a youth hobby in Korea. Skate parks and plazas in Korean cities are popular spots for skaters of all skill levels.
Example Sentence
스케이트보드를 배우기 시작했어요.
I started learning skateboarding.
How to use 스케이트보드 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Skateboarding” is 스케이트보드, romanized as Seukeiteobodeu.
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 스케이트보드.
Pronunciation Guide
For '스', say 'soo' but with a very short 'u' sound, almost 'suh'. '케' is like 'keh' in 'kettle'. '이' is like 'ee' in 'see'. '트' is like 'too' but with a short 'u' sound, almost 'tuh'. '보' is like 'boh' in 'boat'. '드' is like 'doo' but with a short 'u' sound, almost 'duh'. Put it together: 'Suh-keh-ee-tuh-boh-duh'.
More Example Sentences
Describing a regular weekend activity.
주말마다 스케이트보드를 타러 공원에 가요.
I go to the park to ride my skateboard every weekend.
Describing a common accident while skateboarding.
스케이트보드를 타다가 넘어져서 무릎을 다쳤어요.
I fell while skateboarding and hurt my knee.
Talking about a long-standing hobby.
어릴 때부터 스케이트보드 타는 걸 좋아했어요.
I've loved skateboarding since I was little.
Cultural Context
Skateboarding has a growing, dedicated community in Korea, particularly among youth. It's often associated with street culture, fashion, and music. While not as mainstream as some other sports, skate parks and open plazas in cities like Seoul provide popular spots for skaters to practice tricks and socialize. You'll often see skaters in trendy areas like Hongdae or along the Han River.
Editorial note
We review entries like 스케이트보드 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
스케이트보드 배우다
to learn skateboarding
스케이트보드 타다
to ride a skateboard
스케이트보드 트릭
skateboard trick
Related Expressions
보드
bodeu
board (short for skateboard)
타다
tada
to ride
스케이트보더
seukeiteobodeo
skateboarder
익스트림 스포츠
ikseuteurim seupocheu
extreme sports
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