Korean Conversation · Level 82
15 words
Korean word
술집
Pronunciation
Romanizationsuljip
Meaning
- nounbar
Example
오늘 밤에 술집에 갈래?o neul pa me sul ji be kal lae
Do you want to go to a bar tonight?
More examples
옆 술집이 새로 문을 열었어요.yeop sul ji bi sae ro mu neul yeo reo sseo yo
A new bar has opened next door.
Core concept
A gathering spot centered on drinks, light food, and conversation.
Common phrases
술집 영업시간sul jip yeong eop ssi gan
bar opening hours
술집을 찾다sul ji beul chat tta
look for a bar
술집에서 술을 마시다sul ji be seo su reul ma si da
drink at a bar
Similar words
바pa: An indoor drinking place usually arranged around a counter, with tables for guests.
호프hopeu: A casual place centered on beer where people gather over simple food.
이자카야ijakaya: A Japanese-style drinking place serving many small dishes with drinks for a relaxed meal.
포장마차pojangmacha: A small street stall serving freshly made food and drinks at night.
Definition in Korean
주로 술을 마시기 위해 사람들이 모이는 업소나 공간을 말하며, 안주를 곁들여 대화를 나누는 장소를 가리킨다.chu ro su reul ma si gi wi hae sa ram deu ri mo i neun eop sso na kong ga neul mal ha myeo an ju reul kyeot tteu ryeo tae hwa reul na nu neun chang so reul ka ri kin da
Word origin
The compound joins the native Korean words for alcohol and house or place, making its meaning easy to picture as a place for drinking.
Usage tips
- In everyday conversation, this general word is useful when the exact type of venue does not matter, especially when making casual plans.