How to say palace in Korean

Meaning

A 궁궐 is a big, beautiful palace from the time of kings and queens. In Korean, people usually use this word for old royal buildings, especially famous historical places. It is not an ordinary home, but a special place connected to royalty and history.

Example sentences

1. 옛날 왕은 궁궐에서 살았어요.

   Long ago, kings lived in palaces.

2. 우리는 서울의 명절궁궐을 방문했어요.

   We visited the palace in Seoul during the holidays.

3. 아이들이 궁궐 앞에서 사진을 찍어요.

   The children take pictures in front of the palace.

4. 오늘 궁궐 근처 카페에 갔어요.

   I went to a cafe near the palace today.