Korean Dictionary
How to say "Traveling" in Korean
“Traveling” in Korean is 여행 (pronounced "Yeohaeng").
여행
Yeohaeng
Usage & Context
Traveling is one of the most popular hobbies in Korea. Koreans love both domestic trips and international travel, especially to nearby Asian countries.
Example Sentence
여행을 통해 새로운 문화를 경험해요.
I experience new cultures through traveling.
How to use 여행 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Traveling” is 여행, romanized as Yeohaeng.
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 여행.
Pronunciation Guide
For "여행" (yeohaeng), it sounds like "yuh-heng." "Yuh" like "young" without the 'ng', and "heng" like "hang" but with a softer 'h' and the 'ng' sound at the end. The 'eo' is like the 'uh' in "butter."
More Example Sentences
Discussing summer vacation plans.
이번 여름휴가 때 제주도로 여행 갈 계획이에요.
I'm planning to travel to Jeju Island for this summer vacation.
Expressing the benefits of travel.
여행은 새로운 경험을 선물해줘서 정말 좋아요.
Traveling is great because it gives you new experiences.
Comparing different travel styles.
혼자 여행하는 것도 매력 있지만, 친구랑 같이 가는 것도 재밌어요.
Traveling alone has its charm, but going with friends is also fun.
Cultural Context
Traveling, or "여행," is an incredibly popular hobby in Korea, reflecting a strong desire for exploration and relaxation. Domestic travel to places like Jeju Island, Busan, and Gangwon-do is common, especially during holidays. International travel, particularly to nearby Asian countries like Japan, Vietnam, and Thailand, is also very popular. Many Koreans share their travel experiences extensively on social media, making it a highly visible and aspirational activity.
Editorial note
We review entries like 여행 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
여행 가고 싶다.
I want to go traveling.
어디로 여행 갈까?
Where shall we travel to?
여행 계획 세우자.
Let's plan a trip.
Related Expressions
여행하다
yeohaengada
to travel (verb)
떠나다
tteonada
to depart, to leave (often used in the context of travel)
휴가
hyuga
vacation, holiday
관광
gwan-gwang
tourism, sightseeing
More Hobbies & Leisure Words
Master Korean with AI-Powered Learning
Practice Traveling and 10,000+ words with native pronunciation and AI conversation.
