Korean word

여행가

Pronunciation

Romanizationyeohaengga

Meaning

  • nountraveler

Example

저는 여행가예요.cheo neun yeo haeng ga ye yo

I'm a traveler.

Illustration for 여행가 (traveler)

More examples

여행가로서 새로운 문화를 배우는 것이 즐겁다.yeo haeng ga ro seo sae ro un mun hwa reul pae u neun keo si cheul geop tta

I enjoy learning about new cultures as a traveler.

Core concept

A person whose regular life, hobby, or work centers on visiting different places.

Common phrases

  • 여행가로서yeo haeng ga ro seo

    as a traveler

  • 여행가 생활yeo haeng ga saeng hwal

    traveler's life

Similar words

여행자yeohaengja: A person who travels from place to place on a trip or journey.
여행객yeohaenggaek: A person visiting another place for a holiday or sightseeing trip.
관광객kwangwanggaek: A visitor who comes to see famous sights and local attractions.

Definition in Korean

여행을 자주 하거나 직업·취미로 삼아 여러 곳을 다니는 사람.yeo haeng eul cha ju ha geo na chi geop chwi mi ro sa ma yeo reo ko seul ta ni neun sa ram

Word origin

The word combines the Sino-Korean term for travel with a suffix meaning a person associated with a field or activity.

Usage tips

  • Unlike the broad English word traveler, this noun often suggests someone who travels regularly or makes travel a hobby or job.

Opposites

  • 정착자cheongchakjjasettlernoun

Related words

  • 여행자yeohaengjatravelernoun
  • 여행자보험yeohaengjaboheomtravel insurancenoun

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