Korean Dictionary
How to say "Swimming Pool" in Korean
“Swimming Pool” in Korean is 수영장 (pronounced "suyeong-jang").
수영장
suyeong-jang
Usage & Context
Swimming pools are common amenities in Korean hotels and resorts. They provide recreation and relaxation opportunities for guests.
Example Sentence
호텔 수영장에서 수영을 했어요.
I swam at the hotel swimming pool.
How to use 수영장 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Swimming Pool” is 수영장, romanized as suyeong-jang.
Usage tip
Pair this travel word with polite request endings like -요 so it works in hotels, stations, taxis, and shops.
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 수영장.
Pronunciation Guide
The word 수영장 is pronounced 'soo-young-jang'. '수' sounds like 'soo' in 'soup'. '영' sounds like 'young' in 'young'. '장' sounds like 'jang' in 'jangly'. The 'ng' sound from 'yeong' naturally connects to 'jang'.
More Example Sentences
Talking about favorite summer activities.
여름에는 수영장에서 노는 게 최고죠!
In summer, playing at the swimming pool is the best!
Describing apartment amenities.
이 아파트에는 실내 수영장이 있어서 좋아요.
This apartment has an indoor swimming pool, which is nice.
Observing children's activities.
아이들이 수영장에서 신나게 놀고 있어요.
The children are playing excitedly at the swimming pool.
Cultural Context
Public swimming pools are very popular in Korea, especially during the hot summer months. Many modern apartment complexes, hotels, and resorts boast excellent swimming pool facilities, often requiring guests to wear swimming caps for hygiene. It's a common family activity, with many Koreans enjoying a refreshing dip to escape the heat.
Editorial note
We review entries like 수영장 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
수영장 가자!
Let's go to the swimming pool!
수영장 있어요?
Is there a swimming pool?
수영장 이용 시간
Swimming pool operating hours
Related Expressions
수영
suyeong
swimming (the act)
수영하다
suyeonghada
to swim
수영복
suyeongbok
swimsuit
워터파크
woteopakeu
water park
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