Korean Dictionary
How to say "Stage" in Korean
“Stage” in Korean is 무대 (pronounced "Mudae").
무대
Mudae
Usage & Context
The platform where performers stand during a concert or performance. Central to all live music events in Korea.
Example Sentence
무대가 멋있어요.
The stage is cool.
How to use 무대 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Stage” is 무대, romanized as Mudae.
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 무대.
Pronunciation Guide
Moo-dae. '무 (mu)' sounds like 'moo' from a cow. '대 (dae)' sounds like 'day'. Both syllables are pronounced with equal emphasis.
More Example Sentences
Describing a K-pop concert.
아이돌이 무대 위에서 멋진 퍼포먼스를 보여줬어요.
The idol group showed an amazing performance on stage.
Commenting on a play's set.
연극 무대 디자인이 정말 독특하네요.
The theater stage design is really unique.
A musician talking about an upcoming gig.
다음 주에 우리 밴드가 작은 무대에서 공연해요.
Our band is performing on a small stage next week.
Cultural Context
In Korea, '무대' is a highly significant term, especially in the context of K-pop and live performances. K-pop idols often refer to their '무대' as a sacred space for connecting with fans, and the quality of a '무대' (performance) is critically evaluated. It's common to hear fans praise an idol's '무대 장악력' (stage presence/dominance).
Editorial note
We review entries like 무대 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
무대에 서다
to stand on stage / to perform
무대 매너
stage manners
무대 조명
stage lighting
Related Expressions
공연장
gongyeonjang
performance venue
콘서트
konseoteu
concert
무대 뒤
mudae dwi
backstage
무대 의상
mudae uisang
stage costume
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