Korean Dictionary
How to say "Subway Map" in Korean
“Subway Map” in Korean is 지하철 노선도 (pronounced "jihacheol nosondo").
지하철 노선도
jihacheol nosondo
Usage & Context
지하철 노선도 is the colorful line map displayed at Korean subway stations and on transit apps. Seoul's 지하철 노선도 is one of the most complex in the world with numerous color-coded lines. 지하철 노선도 are available in multiple languages at major stations catering to international visitors.
Example Sentence
지하철 노선도를 보고 환승역을 찾았어요.
I looked at the subway map and found the transfer station.
How to use 지하철 노선도 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Subway Map” is 지하철 노선도, romanized as jihacheol nosondo.
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
지하철 (jihacheol) sounds like 'jee-hah-cheol', where 'cheol' is similar to 'churl' in 'church'. 노선도 (nosondo) sounds like 'noh-seon-doh', with 'noh' like 'no' and 'seon' like 'sun'.
More Example Sentences
Navigating a new city.
지하철 노선도를 보면서 길을 찾았어요.
I found my way by looking at the subway map.
Commenting on the complexity of the Seoul subway system.
서울 지하철 노선도는 정말 복잡해요.
Seoul's subway map is really complicated.
Suggesting a convenient way to check the map.
앱으로 지하철 노선도를 쉽게 볼 수 있어요.
You can easily view the subway map with an app.
Cultural Context
Korean subway maps, especially Seoul's, are renowned for their extensive coverage and complexity. Each line is color-coded, making it easier to follow. Digital versions are widely used via apps like KakaoMap or Naver Map, which offer real-time train information and multi-language support. Physical maps are also available at stations, often in English, Japanese, and Chinese, catering to international visitors.
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We review entries like 지하철 노선도 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
지하철 노선도 어디 있어요?
Where is the subway map?
노선도 좀 보여주세요.
Please show me the map.
다음 역이 어디인지 노선도에서 확인해봐.
Check the map to see where the next station is.
Related Expressions
지하철역
jihacheolyeok
subway station
환승역
hwanseungyeok
transfer station
길 찾기
gil chatgi
finding directions
노선
noseon
route/line
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