인스타그램
Inseutageuraem[insʰɯtʰa̠ɡɯɾɛm]
Instagram in Korean is 인스타그램 (Inseutageuraem). Wiktionary also lists 인스타 (Inseuta).
Meaning: online photo-sharing service (name)
Ways to say it
| Korean | Romanization (Wiktionary) | IPA |
|---|---|---|
| 인스타그램 | Inseutageuraem | [insʰɯtʰa̠ɡɯɾɛm] (SK Standard, Seoul, narrow) [insʰɯtʰa̠ɡɯɾe̞m] (SK Standard, Seoul, narrow) |
| 인스타 | Inseuta | [insʰɯtʰa̠] (SK Standard, Seoul, narrow) |
인스타그램 refers to the online photo-sharing service. To say that someone 'uses' or 'is on' Instagram, Koreans often use the verb 하다 (to do), resulting in the phrase 인스타를 하다. Additionally, the term 인스타 감성 refers to a specific 'Instagrammable' aesthetic or vibe that is popular on the platform.
Which one should you use?
While 인스타그램 is the full name, the shortened form 인스타 is commonly used in casual conversation. The informal abbreviation 인스 is also used, mainly by younger generations.
How do you pronounce it?
Inseutageuraem
Did you know?
- In Korean social media culture, the phrase 인스타각 (Instagram angle) is used to signal that a scene is visually perfect for a photo.
- The term 인스타 감성 is so common that it describes a specific style of minimalist interior design and plating found in Korean cafes, even when the patrons are not taking photos.
- When Koreans say they are 인스타 'doing', it often implies a lifestyle of visiting trending spots, not just the act of uploading a photo.
Examples in context
- 나 방금 인스타에 사진 올렸어.I just posted a photo on Instagram.
- 인스타에서 재밌는 계정들 팔로우하는 거 좋아해.I love following interesting accounts on Instagram.
- 인스타 있어?Are you on Instagram?
- 인스타로 연락해요.Let's connect on Instagram.
- 인스타그램을 해요.inseutageuraem-eul haeyo.I use Instagram.
- 인스타그램에 사진을 올렸어요.inseutageurame sajineul ollyeosseoyo.I posted a photo on Instagram.
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about social media.
- 서연 Seo-yeon지훈 씨, 인스타그램 해요?Jihun ssi, inseutageuraem haeyo?Jihun, do you use Instagram?
- 지훈 Ji-hun네, 가끔 해요.Ne, gakkeum haeyo.Yes, I use it sometimes.
- 서연 Seo-yeon그럼 인스타그램 아이디 알려 주세요.Geureom inseutageuraem aidi allyeo juseyo.Then please tell me your Instagram ID.
- 지훈 Ji-hun좋아요, 지금 보낼게요.Joayo, jigeum bonaelgeyo.Okay, I will send it now.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “instagram” translations and entries 인스타그램, 인스타, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
