Korean word

명소

Pronunciation

Romanizationmyeongso

Meaning

  • nounattraction

Example

서울에는 유명한 명소가 많다.seo u re neun yu myeong han myeong so ga man ta

Seoul has many famous attractions.

Illustration for 명소 (attraction)

More examples

아이들과 가기 좋은 명소를 추천해 주세요.a i deul gwa ka gi cho eun myeong so reul chu cheon hae chu se yo

Please recommend attractions that are good to visit with children.

Core concept

A notable destination that many people visit to see or enjoy.

Common phrases

  • 추천 명소chu cheon myeong so

    recommended attraction

  • 사진 찍기 좋은 명소sa jin jjik kki cho eun myeong so

    photo-friendly attraction

  • 가볼 만한 명소ka bol man han myeong so

    attraction worth visiting

Similar words

곳kot: A general location or area where people or things can be found.
장소changso: A specific place where people meet or activities take place.
관광지kwangwangji: A travel destination visited for its culture, scenery, or entertainment.
유적지yujeokjji: A historic site with remains that show how people lived in earlier times.

Definition in Korean

많은 사람이 찾거나 즐겨 보는 유명한 장소.ma neun sa ra mi chat kkeo na cheul gyeo po neun yu myeong han chang so

Word origin

The word comes from Sino-Korean elements for fame and place, so its form points to a place recognized for its appeal.

Usage tips

  • Unlike an ordinary place word, this term signals that visitors choose the location for its special interest or beauty.

Related words

  • 관광명소kwangwangmyeongsotourist attractionnoun

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