Korean Dictionary
How to say "Wine Tasting" in Korean
“Wine Tasting” in Korean is 와인 시음 (pronounced "Wain Sieum").
와인 시음
Wain Sieum
Usage & Context
Wine tasting has grown as a leisure hobby in Korea with the increase in wine culture. Wine bars and tasting events are popular in Korean cities.
Example Sentence
와인 시음 행사에 참여해서 다양한 와인을 맛봤어요.
I participated in a wine tasting event and tried various wines.
How to use 와인 시음 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Wine Tasting” is 와인 시음, romanized as Wain Sieum.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
와인 (Wain) sounds just like the English word 'wine'. 시 (Si) sounds like 'see' but with a lighter 's'. 음 (eum) is a short 'oom' sound, like in 'album'. Together, it's 'Wine she-oom', with stress on 'Wine' and 'She-oom'.
More Example Sentences
Planning a weekend activity with a friend.
주말에 와인 시음 클래스에 가볼까 해요.
I'm thinking of going to a wine tasting class this weekend.
Commenting on someone's meticulous notes after a tasting.
이 와인 시음 노트 좀 봐봐, 정말 자세하게 적었네.
Look at these wine tasting notes, they're really detailed.
Sharing information about where to find tasting events.
백화점에서 와인 시음 행사를 자주 하더라고요.
Department stores often hold wine tasting events.
Cultural Context
Wine culture has flourished in Korea over the past decade, moving from special occasions to more casual enjoyment. Wine tasting events, often held in department stores, specialized wine shops, or trendy wine bars, are popular for both novices and connoisseurs. It's a social activity where people often discuss the flavors and aromas in detail, sometimes even taking notes, reflecting a growing sophistication in Korean drinking culture.
Editorial note
We review entries like 와인 시음 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
와인 시음회
wine tasting event
와인 시음하다
to do wine tasting
와인 맛보다
to taste wine
Related Expressions
와인
wain
wine
시음하다
sieumhada
to taste (a drink)
소믈리에
somullie
sommelier
와인 바
wain ba
wine bar
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