Korean Dictionary
How to say "Stovetop" in Korean
“Stovetop” in Korean is 가스레인지 (pronounced "gaseu reinjji").
가스레인지
gaseu reinjji
Usage & Context
Cooking surface using gas or electric heat. Most common cooking method in Korean kitchens. Allows precise heat control.
Example Sentence
가스레인지에서 요리해요.
I cook on the stovetop.
How to use 가스레인지 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Stovetop” is 가스레인지, romanized as gaseu reinjji.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The word "가스레인지" (gaseu reinjji) is pronounced "gah-soo-ray-in-jee." "Gah" is like in 'car', "soo" like in 'suit', "ray" like in 'ray of light', "in" like in 'in', and "jee" like in 'jeep'. The 'g' is soft, like in 'go', and the 'r' is a light flap.
More Example Sentences
Asking someone to adjust the heat while cooking.
가스레인지 불 좀 줄여줘.
Please turn down the stovetop flame a bit.
Indicating where a pot is placed for cooking.
국을 가스레인지에 올려놨어요.
I put the soup on the stovetop.
Commenting on the power or efficiency of a stovetop.
이 가스레인지는 화력이 정말 세요.
This stovetop has really strong heat.
Cultural Context
The '가스레인지' (gas range/stovetop) is a fundamental appliance in almost every Korean kitchen. While induction cooktops are gaining popularity, gas stovetops are still incredibly common due to their strong heat and quick response, which are ideal for many traditional Korean dishes like stir-fries (볶음) and various soups (찌개, 국). Many older apartments still feature gas stovetops as the primary cooking method.
Editorial note
We review entries like 가스레인지 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
가스레인지 켜다
to turn on the stovetop
가스레인지 끄다
to turn off the stovetop
가스레인지 청소
stovetop cleaning
Related Expressions
인덕션
indeoksyeon
induction cooktop
전기레인지
jeongi reinji
electric stovetop
냄비
naembi
pot
프라이팬
peuraipaen
frying pan
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