Korean Dictionary
How to say "Walrus" in Korean
“Walrus” in Korean is 바다코끼리 (pronounced "badakokili").
바다코끼리
badakokili
Usage & Context
A large marine mammal with long tusks found in Arctic waters. Walruses are exotic animals featured in Korean educational materials. They are symbols of Arctic wildlife.
Example Sentence
바다코끼리는 매우 커요.
The walrus is very large.
How to use 바다코끼리 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Walrus” is 바다코끼리, romanized as badakokili.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
'바다' (ba-da) sounds like 'bah-dah', similar to 'father'. '코끼리' (ko-kki-ri) sounds like 'koh-kkee-ree', where 'kki' is like 'key' and 'ri' is like 'ree' in 'tree'. The emphasis is slightly on 'ko-kki-ri'.
More Example Sentences
Learning or discussing unique animal features.
바다코끼리는 이빨이 정말 길어요.
Walruses have really long tusks.
Expressing curiosity about Arctic wildlife during travel planning.
북극에 가면 바다코끼리를 볼 수 있을까요?
If I go to the Arctic, will I be able to see walruses?
Referring to educational materials or children's literature.
어린이 책에서 바다코끼리 그림을 봤어요.
I saw a picture of a walrus in a children's book.
Cultural Context
Walruses are exotic animals in Korea, not native to its waters. They are primarily known through nature documentaries, educational programs, and children's books about Arctic wildlife. They symbolize the vast, cold regions of the North and are often used to illustrate biodiversity or the impacts of climate change.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
바다코끼리 이빨
Walrus tusk
거대한 바다코끼리
Giant walrus
바다코끼리처럼 크다
To be as big as a walrus
Related Expressions
북극
bukgeuk
Arctic
이빨
ippal
Tusk/Tooth
해양 포유류
haeyang poyuryu
Marine mammal
멸종 위기 동물
myeoljong wigi dongmul
Endangered animal
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