스노클
seunokeul[sʰɯno̞kxɯɭ]
The Korean word for "snorkel" is 스노클 (seunokeul).
스노클 is a noun referring to the hollow tube used for breathing while swimming underwater.
Meaning: hollow tube used for breathing underwater (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
The romanization is seunokeul.
Did you know?
- In many Korean outdoor gear shops, you might find this item grouped under the broader category of 물놀이 용품 (mulnori yongpum), which literally translates to 'water play supplies'.
- While English speakers use 'snorkel' as both a noun and a verb, in Korean, you must use the noun 스노클 alongside a verb like 사용하다 (sayonghada) to describe the action of snorkeling.
- In Korea, the term 스노클 is frequently grouped under the broader category of 수상 스포츠 (water sports), which has seen a massive surge in popularity in Jeju Island's emerald waters.
Examples in context
- 스노클이 필요해요.seunokeuri piryohaeyo.I need a snorkel.
- 새 스노클을 샀어요.sae seunokeul sasseoyo.I bought a new snorkel.
- 스노클을 사용해서 수영해요.seunokeul sayonghaeseo suyeonghaeyo.I swim using a snorkel.
Example conversation
Minji and Dohyun are preparing for a trip to the beach.
- 민지 Min-ji도현 씨, 스노클 가져왔어요?Dohyun ssi, seunokeul gajyeowasseoyo?Dohyun, did you bring the snorkel?
- 도현 Do-hyeon네, 가방 안에 있어요.ne, gabang ane isseoyo.Yes, it's in the bag.
- 민지 Min-ji다행이에요. 빨리 바다에 가고 싶어요.dahaengieyo. ppalli badae gago sipeoyo.That's a relief. I want to go to the ocean quickly.
- 도현 Do-hyeon저도요. 이제 출발합시다!jeodoyo. ije chulbalhapsida!Me too. Let's leave now!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “snorkel” translations and entries 스노클, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
