Korean Dictionary
How to say "Snowboarding" in Korean
“Snowboarding” in Korean is 스노우보드 (pronounced "seunouubodeu").
스노우보드
seunouubodeu
Usage & Context
Snowboarding is an increasingly popular winter sport among younger Koreans. Several ski resorts in Korea offer snowboarding facilities and lessons.
Example Sentence
스노우보드를 배우고 싶어요.
I want to learn snowboarding.
How to use 스노우보드 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Snowboarding” is 스노우보드, romanized as seunouubodeu.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
스 (seu) sounds like 'suh' with the 'u' like in 'put'. 노우 (nou) sounds like 'no-oo'. 보 (bo) sounds like 'boh' as in 'boat'. 드 (deu) sounds like 'duh' with the 'u' like in 'put'. Combine as 'seu-no-oo-boh-duh'.
More Example Sentences
Expressing a personal preference for a winter sport.
스키보다 스노우보드가 더 재미있어요!
Snowboarding is more fun than skiing!
Talking about learning a new skill.
스노우보드 강습을 신청했어요.
I applied for snowboarding lessons.
Considering trying a new winter activity.
이번 겨울에는 스노우보드에 도전해볼까?
Shall I try snowboarding this winter?
Cultural Context
Snowboarding has rapidly grown in popularity in Korea, especially among younger generations, often seen as a 'cooler' or more 'extreme' alternative to skiing. Many ski resorts now cater extensively to snowboarders, offering dedicated parks and specialized instructors. It's common for groups of friends to plan snowboarding trips, often staying overnight at resorts. The associated fashion, with baggy pants and stylish jackets, also contributes to its appeal.
Editorial note
We review entries like 스노우보드 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
스노우보드 타다
to snowboard
스노우보드 배우다
to learn snowboarding
보드복
snowboarding clothes
Related Expressions
보드 타다
bodeu tada
to snowboard (common short form)
스키
seuki
skiing
스키장
seukijang
ski resort
겨울 레저
gyeoul rejeo
winter leisure (activities)
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