Korean word

축제

Pronunciation

Romanizationchukjje

Meaning

  • nounfestival

Example

내일 축제가 열려요.nae il chuk jje ga yeol lyeo yo

A festival will be held tomorrow.

Illustration for 축제 (festival)

More examples

마을 축제에서는 전통 음식을 팔아요.ma eul chuk jje e seo neun cheon tong eum si geul pa ra yo

Traditional food is sold at the village festival.

Core concept

An organized celebration that brings people together for fun through a range of cultural or entertaining programs.

Common phrases

  • 축제에 가다chuk jje e ka da

    go to a festival

  • 축제를 즐기다chuk jje reul cheul gi da

    enjoy a festival

Similar words

행사haengsa: A planned gathering takes place for a specific purpose or program.
잔치chanchi: A festive meal brings family or neighbors together to celebrate an occasion.
페스티벌peseutibeol: A large event centers on music, culture, and live performances.
파티pati: A friendly gathering offers food, conversation, and fun with friends.

Definition in Korean

음악·전통·음식 등 여러 프로그램으로 사람들을 즐겁게 하는 모임이나 행사.eu mak cheon tong eum sik teung yeo reo peu ro geu rae meu ro sa ram deu reul cheul geop kke ha neun mo i mi na haeng sa

Word origin

The available information does not show where this word first came from.

Usage tips

  • For children learning Korean, school and community celebrations are useful mental examples because this word applies to friendly local occasions as well as famous public events.

Related words

  • 축제장chukjjejangfestival venuenoun

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