Korean Dictionary
How to say "Train" in Korean
“Train” in Korean is 기차 (pronounced "Gicha").
기차
Gicha
Usage & Context
Korea has an excellent rail system. KTX is the high-speed train connecting Seoul to Busan in about 2.5 hours. The subway is called '지하철 (jihacheol)'.
Example Sentence
기차로 부산에 갈 거예요.
I will go to Busan by train.
How to use 기차 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Train” is 기차, romanized as Gicha.
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 기차.
Pronunciation Guide
Pronounced 'gi-cha' — 'gi' is a quick 'ghee,' and 'cha' has a crisp 'ch' with an open 'ah.'
More Example Sentences
talking about a trip
기차를 타고 부산에 갔어요.
I took the train to Busan.
comparing train types
KTX가 제일 빠른 기차예요.
The KTX is the fastest train.
warning a travel companion
기차 시간에 늦지 마세요.
Don't be late for the train.
Cultural Context
기차 refers to intercity trains — not subways. Korea's KTX (고속철도) is a bullet train connecting major cities in hours. 지하철 (subway) is a separate word. 기차역 (train station) and 기차표 (train ticket) are essentials for travel. Some travelers prefer the scenic 무궁화호 for a slower, cheaper ride.
Editorial note
We review entries like 기차 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
기차 타요.
I take the train.
기차표 예매했어요.
I booked a train ticket.
기차역이 어디예요?
Where is the train station?
Related Expressions
KTX
KTX
Korean high-speed train
기차역
gichayeok
train station
기차표
gichapyo
train ticket
지하철
jihacheol
subway
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