Korean electronics vocabulary is essential for anyone living, studying, or shopping in Korea. From smartphones and laptops to cameras and smartwatches, this guide helps you talk about electronic devices in everyday life.
📱 Mobile Devices
Korean | English |
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휴대폰 / 핸드폰 | Mobile phone / Cell phone |
스마트폰 | Smartphone |
태블릿 | Tablet |
이어폰 | Earphones |
무선 이어폰 | Wireless earphones |
충전기 | Charger |
보조 배터리 | Power bank |
케이블 | Cable |
스마트워치 | Smartwatch |
💡 Tip:
In Korea, it’s common to see people using wireless earbuds (무선 이어폰) and smartwatches on the subway or bus.
💻 Computers and Office Electronics
Korean | English |
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노트북 | Laptop |
컴퓨터 | Computer |
키보드 | Keyboard |
마우스 | Mouse |
모니터 | Monitor |
프린터 | Printer |
복사기 | Copier |
스캐너 | Scanner |
외장하드 | External hard drive |
USB | USB drive |
💡 Tip:
Korean offices and schools are highly digitalized — most students use laptops for notes, and even cafés have power outlets for charging.
🎧 Entertainment Devices
Korean | English |
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TV | Television |
게임기 | Game console |
카메라 | Camera |
캠코더 | Camcorder |
스피커 | Speaker |
헤드폰 | Headphones |
마이크 | Microphone |
프로젝터 | Projector |
💡 Tip:
Gaming and streaming are very popular in Korea. Many young people own 게임기 (game consoles) or 헤드폰 (headphones) for online games and broadcasts.
🔌 Smart and Connected Devices
Korean | English |
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스마트TV | Smart TV |
블루투스 스피커 | Bluetooth speaker |
스마트홈 기기 | Smart home device |
로봇청소기 | Robot vacuum |
보안 카메라 | Security camera |
IoT 기기 | IoT device |
음성 인식 스피커 | Voice assistant speaker |
💡 Tip:
Smart home systems are becoming standard in Korean apartments. You can control lights, air conditioning, and cleaning robots with your phone.
⚙️ Useful Verbs and Phrases
Korean | English |
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충전하다 | To charge |
연결하다 | To connect |
켜다 | To turn on |
끄다 | To turn off |
찍다 | To take (a photo/video) |
듣다 | To listen |
저장하다 | To save |
삭제하다 | To delete |
💡 Example:
휴대폰을 충전해요. → I charge my phone.
음악을 들어요. → I listen to music.
💡 Summary
Korea is one of the world’s most tech-savvy countries, and electronic devices are part of everyday life.
Learning these Korean words will help you shop, study, and talk about gadgets more naturally.