Korean Conversation · Level 401
15 words
Korean word
민박
Pronunciation
Romanizationminbak
Meaning
- nounhomestay
Example
다음 주에 민박을 예약했어요.ta eum chu e min ba geul ye ya kae sseo yo
I booked a homestay for next week.
More examples
민박은 친구들과 가서 이용하기 좋은 경우가 많아요.min ba geun chin gu deul gwa ka seo i yong ha gi cho eun kyeong u ga ma na yo
Homestays are often a good option when traveling with friends.
Core concept
A local resident's small lodging business that welcomes travelers into a home or nearby guest space.
Common phrases
민박 이용min bak i yong
use of a homestay
민박 안내min bak an nae
homestay guide
민박 검색min bak keom saek
searching for a homestay
Similar words
게스트하우스keseuteuhauseu: A small, owner-run place to stay with private rooms and shared rooms where travelers often meet.
호텔hotel: A commercial lodging facility with rooms, staff, and services for overnight guests.
홈스테이homseutei: A stay in a host family's home that includes sharing daily life with the family.
펜션pensyeon: A small holiday property in a scenic or natural setting, often rented by a group.
Definition in Korean
개인이 운영하는 집에서 여행자에게 방을 제공해 묵게 하는 숙박 형태.kae i ni u nyeong ha neun chi be seo yeo haeng ja e ge pang eul che gong hae muk kke ha neun suk ppak hyeong tae
Word origin
The word combines Sino-Korean elements meaning ordinary people and an overnight stay, highlighting lodging offered by local residents.
Usage tips
- Compared with a hotel, this kind of lodging may offer a more home-like setting but usually requires attention to the host's rules and schedule.