English–Korean

“elevator” in Korean

Pronunciation

Romanizationellibeiteo

Example

우리 집에는 엘리베이터가 없어요.u ri chi be neun el li be i teo ga eop sseo yo

Our house doesn't have an elevator.

Illustration for 엘리베이터 (elevator)

How to say “elevator” in Korean

“Elevator” in Korean is 엘리베이터 (ellibeiteo).

A machine that carries people or goods straight up and down between floors.

Full entry for 엘리베이터: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 엘리베이터

윗층에 갈 때는 엘리베이터를 타는 게 편해요.wit cheung e kal ttae neun el li be i teo reul ta neun ke pyeon hae yo

It is convenient to take the elevator when going to the upper floor.

Tips for using 엘리베이터

  • British English often uses lift for this machine, while American English usually uses elevator, so learners may hear two English words for the same thing.

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