Korean Dictionary
How to say "Storage" in Korean
“Storage” in Korean is 수납 (pronounced "Sunab").
수납
Sunab
Usage & Context
Storage solutions are highly valued in Korean homes, where maximizing space in apartments is important. Korean homes often feature clever storage designs.
Example Sentence
집이 작아서 수납 공간이 중요해요.
Since the house is small, storage space is important.
How to use 수납 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Storage” is 수납, romanized as Sunab.
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 수납.
Pronunciation Guide
Pronounced 'su-nap'. The 'su' is like English 'sue', and 'nap' rhymes with English 'nop' (short, closed vowel) with the final ㅂ unreleased.
More Example Sentences
small apartment
수납 공간이 부족해요.
There isn't enough storage space.
organizing tips
수납 박스를 활용하면 편해요.
Using storage boxes makes it convenient.
reviewing furniture
이 책상은 수납이 잘 돼 있어요.
This desk has great storage.
Cultural Context
수납 is a noun about 'storage capability' often used when discussing furniture, apartment layout, or organization tips. It's a major selling point in small Korean apartments. The related word 정리 means 'organizing' (the active verb sense). 마리에 곤도 (Marie Kondo) style 정리 수납 content is hugely popular on Korean YouTube.
Editorial note
We review entries like 수납 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
수납이 많은 가구를 찾고 있어요.
I'm looking for furniture with lots of storage.
수납 공간이 넓어요.
The storage space is spacious.
수납 정리가 필요해요.
Storage needs organizing.
Related Expressions
정리
jeongni
organizing, tidying
창고
changgo
storage room, warehouse
서랍
seorap
drawer
수납장
sunapjang
storage cabinet
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