When you're traveling, you'll often encounter a 대기실. This word refers to a waiting room, specifically at places like train stations, bus terminals, or airports. It's the designated area where you can sit and wait before your departure or arrival. So, if you hear someone mention a 대기실, they're talking about a waiting room.
When you're traveling, you'll often encounter a 대기실 (dae-gi-sil), which means a waiting room. This is the place where you wait before boarding a train, bus, or airplane. For example, if you're at a train station, you'd go to the 대기실 to wait for your train. It's a common and practical word to know when navigating public transport in Korea.
When you're traveling, you'll often encounter a 대기실 (daegisil). This noun refers to a waiting room, typically found in places like train stations, bus terminals, or airports.
It's where you'll wait before boarding your train, bus, or airplane. While you might also wait in a lobby or concourse, 대기실 specifically implies a designated room for waiting passengers.
When you're at a train station, bus terminal, or airport in Korea, you'll often hear or see the word 대기실 (daegisil). This simply means 'waiting room.' It's a very practical term to know, as it directs you to the designated area where you can comfortably wait for your departure. You might see signs pointing to the 대기실, or hear announcements mentioning it for boarding information. Understanding this word helps you navigate public transportation hubs efficiently and avoid confusion.
§ What 대기실 Means
The Korean word 대기실 (daegisil) literally translates to "waiting room." It's a compound word made up of 대기 (daegi), meaning "waiting," and 실 (sil), meaning "room." So, it's pretty straightforward! When you see or hear 대기실, you should immediately think of a space where people wait.
- Definition
- A waiting room at a station or airport.
While the definition specifies stations and airports, 대기실 can be used more broadly for any designated waiting area, especially in public or commercial settings. Think of places where you might need to wait for a service, an appointment, or transportation. It's a common and practical word to know as a Korean learner because waiting is a universal experience!
§ When to Use 대기실
You'll typically encounter or use 대기실 in situations where you are waiting for:
- Public transportation: train stations, bus terminals, airports, subways.
- Appointments: doctor's offices, dentist's offices, government offices.
- Performances or events: backstage areas, green rooms (though more specific terms exist, 대기실 could be used generally).
- Service: car repair shops, beauty salons, restaurants (though for restaurants, 'waiting area' might be part of the main dining area).
The key is that it's a specific room or area set aside for waiting. It's not just waiting anywhere; it's waiting in a designated "waiting room."
기차역 대기실에서 기다리고 있어요. (I am waiting in the train station waiting room.)
비행기 탑승 전, 대기실에서 쉬고 있었어요. (Before boarding the plane, I was resting in the waiting room.)
Understanding 대기실 helps you navigate public spaces in Korea more confidently. It's a fundamental word for everyday communication. Remember, it's not just any room where you happen to be waiting, but a room *designated* for waiting. So, if you're at the dentist's office, the room with chairs where you wait for your turn is the 대기실.
병원 대기실이 사람들로 가득 찼어요. (The hospital waiting room was full of people.)
The term is quite literal and doesn't carry much idiomatic meaning, making it easy to remember and use. Just think "waiting room" and you've got 대기실!
§ What 대기실 Means
- DEFINITION
- A waiting room at a station or airport.
The Korean word 대기실 (daegisil) literally translates to 'waiting room.' You'll hear and use this word often when you're traveling or waiting for an appointment. It's a common and practical term to know.
§ How to Use 대기실 in Sentences
Let's look at how to use 대기실 in everyday Korean sentences. We'll cover common particles and sentence structures.
§ 대기실 + 에/에서 (Location Particle)
When you want to say 'in the waiting room' or 'at the waiting room,' you'll use the location particles 에 (e) or 에서 (eseo).
- Use 에 when you are simply stating the location or existence.
- Use 에서 when an action is taking place in that location.
저 대기실에 있어요. (I am in the waiting room.)
대기실에서 기다려 주세요. (Please wait in the waiting room.)
§ Asking Where the Waiting Room Is
It's very useful to know how to ask for directions to the waiting room, especially in places like airports or train stations.
대기실이 어디예요? (Where is the waiting room?) – Polite, general
대기실이 어디에 있어요? (Where is the waiting room located?) – Slightly more formal
§ Examples with Verbs
You'll often use 대기실 with verbs related to waiting or moving. Here are a few common ones:
- 기다리다 (gidarida) - to wait
- 가다 (gada) - to go
- 오다 (oda) - to come
저는 대기실에서 친구를 기다려요. (I wait for my friend in the waiting room.)
대기실로 가세요. (Please go to the waiting room.)
§ Describing the Waiting Room
You can also use adjectives to describe the waiting room.
이 대기실은 넓어요. (This waiting room is spacious.)
그 대기실은 조용해요. (That waiting room is quiet.)
By practicing these simple sentence patterns, you'll feel more confident using 대기실 in your Korean conversations. Keep an eye out for it when you're reading or listening to Korean, and try to use it in your own sentences!
§ Don't Confuse It with Other Waiting Areas
Many English speakers learning Korean make the mistake of using 대기실 (daegisil) for any kind of waiting area. However, 대기실 specifically refers to a waiting room in a public transportation hub like a train station, bus terminal, or airport. It's not typically used for a waiting room at a doctor's office or a reception area in an office building.
For example, you wouldn't say '병원 대기실' (byeongwon daegisil) for a hospital waiting room. Instead, you'd use '대기실' (daegisil) for a place where you wait to board a train or a plane.
§ Using It with the Wrong Verbs
When talking about waiting in a 대기실, make sure to use appropriate verbs. The most common and natural verb to use is 기다리다 (gidarida), meaning 'to wait.' Sometimes, learners might try to use other verbs that don't quite fit the context.
- WRONG
- 대기실에 있다 (daegisire itda) - This literally means 'to be in the waiting room,' but it's less natural than 'to wait in the waiting room' when describing the action of waiting.
While '대기실에 있다' isn't strictly incorrect, '대기실에서 기다리다' sounds much more natural and is what native speakers would say.
비행기가 연착돼서 대기실에서 두 시간 기다렸어요.
- HINT
- The plane was delayed, so I waited for two hours in the waiting room.
§ Misunderstanding the Nuance of Location Particles
Korean location particles can be tricky. With 대기실, you'll most commonly see -에서 (eseo) when an action is taking place there, like waiting. If you're simply stating the existence of the waiting room, you might use -에 (e).
- -에서 (eseo): Used when an action is performed in the location. Example: 대기실에서 기다리다 (daegisireseo gidarida - to wait in the waiting room).
- -에 (e): Used to indicate location or existence. Example: 대기실은 2층에 있어요 (daegisireun i-cheung-e isseoyo - The waiting room is on the second floor).
A common mistake is to always use -에 with 대기실, even when an action is being performed. Remember, if you are actively *doing* something in the waiting room, use -에서.
기차 대기실에서 친구를 만났어요.
- HINT
- I met my friend in the train waiting room.
In this example, '만나다' (mannada - to meet) is an action, so -에서 is appropriate.
§ Context is King
Always remember that context is crucial in Korean. While 대기실 primarily means a waiting room at a station or airport, always consider the surrounding words and situation. If you're talking about a general waiting area that's not for travel, you might need a different word like '기다리는 곳' (gidarineun got - a place for waiting) or a more specific term depending on the situation.
By keeping these points in mind, you can avoid common pitfalls and use 대기실 (daegisil) more accurately and naturally in your Korean conversations.
§ What does 대기실 mean?
The Korean word 대기실 (daegisil) is a noun that directly translates to 'waiting room.' It's a very common and practical word you'll encounter when traveling or visiting various establishments in Korea. Think of any place where people gather to wait before an event, a departure, an appointment, or a service – that's likely a 대기실.
§ Where do you find a 대기실?
You'll typically find a 대기실 in places like:
- Train stations (기차역)
- Bus terminals (버스터미널)
- Airports (공항)
- Hospitals (병원)
- Clinics (의원)
- Banks (은행)
- Post offices (우체국)
- Concert venues or theaters (공연장/극장)
- Even some larger restaurants (식당) might have one for busy times.
Essentially, any public space where people need to wait for a period before proceeding to their next step or destination can have a 대기실.
§ How to use 대기실 in sentences
Let's look at some practical examples so you can see 대기실 in action.
비행기 타기 전에 대기실에서 기다려야 해요. (Before boarding the plane, you have to wait in the waiting room.)
병원 대기실에 사람이 너무 많아요. (There are too many people in the hospital waiting room.)
기차역 대기실은 매우 넓고 편안했어요. (The train station waiting room was very spacious and comfortable.)
§ Similar words and when to use them
While 대기실 is quite specific, there are a few other words you might encounter that relate to waiting areas. Understanding the nuance will help you use the correct term.
- 휴게실 (hyugesil)
- This means 'restroom' or 'lounge.' While you might wait in a 휴게실, its primary purpose is for resting or taking a break, not necessarily waiting for a specific event or service. For example, an office might have a 휴게실 for employees to relax. A bus terminal might have both a 대기실 for passengers waiting for their bus and a 휴게실 for people who just want to sit and relax for a longer period.
- 라운지 (raunji)
- This is a direct transliteration of the English word 'lounge.' It's often used for more upscale or comfortable waiting areas, like airport lounges or hotel lobbies. A 라운지 implies a certain level of comfort and amenities, whereas a 대기실 can be very basic.
- 로비 (robi)
- Another direct transliteration, 'lobby,' used for the entrance area of a building, often with seating. While you might wait in a 로비, its main function is as an entry point and reception area, not solely for waiting. A hotel 로비 is a good example.
§ When to use 대기실 vs. alternatives
Use 대기실 when you are specifically referring to a room or area designated for people to wait before an event, service, or departure, especially in functional or public transportation settings. It's the most common and neutral term.
- If you're at the doctor's office, you're in the 대기실.
- If you're at the airport waiting for your flight, you're in the 대기실 (or a 라운지 if it's a more premium area).
- If you're waiting for a train or bus, you're in the 대기실.
Understanding 대기실 will be incredibly useful as you navigate public spaces and transportation in Korea. Keep practicing, and you'll be using it like a native in no time!
How Formal Is It?
"공항 대기실에서 탑승을 기다려 주십시오."
"병원에 가면 기다리는 곳에서 잠시 앉아 있어요."
"여기 기다리는 방이 너무 좁아."
"친구랑 같이 기다리는 곳에서 놀아요."
Difficulty Rating
Short, common syllables.
Short, common syllables.
Easy to pronounce, common sounds.
Clear pronunciation, distinct syllables.
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Grammar to Know
N + 에 (locative particle)
저는 대기실에 있어요. (I am in the waiting room.)
N + 에서 (locative particle indicating action)
우리는 대기실에서 기다려요. (We wait in the waiting room.)
N + 입니다/입니다 (formal polite ending)
여기는 대기실입니다. (This is a waiting room.)
N + 이/가 있어요 (existence of something)
대기실에 의자가 있어요. (There are chairs in the waiting room.)
N + 이/가 없어요 (non-existence of something)
대기실에 사람이 없어요. (There are no people in the waiting room.)
Examples by Level
대기실이 어디예요?
Where is the waiting room?
이/가 is a subject particle.
대기실에서 기다려요.
I wait in the waiting room.
에서 indicates location where an action occurs.
대기실에 사람이 많아요.
There are many people in the waiting room.
에 indicates location. 많아요 means 'there are many'.
공항 대기실에서 만나요.
Let's meet in the airport waiting room.
에서 indicates location where an action occurs. 만나요 means 'let's meet'.
기차 대기실은 조용해요.
The train waiting room is quiet.
은/는 is a topic particle. 조용해요 means 'is quiet'.
버스 대기실에 의자가 있어요.
There are chairs in the bus waiting room.
에 indicates location. 의자가 있어요 means 'there are chairs'.
대기실이 넓어요.
The waiting room is spacious.
이/가 is a subject particle. 넓어요 means 'is spacious'.
저는 대기실에서 책을 읽어요.
I read a book in the waiting room.
에서 indicates location where an action occurs. 을/를 is an object particle. 읽어요 means 'read'.
기차 대기실에서 친구를 기다리고 있어요.
I'm waiting for my friend in the train waiting room.
공항 대기실은 사람들로 가득 찼어요.
The airport waiting room was full of people.
버스 대기실이 너무 추웠어요.
The bus waiting room was too cold.
의사 선생님 대기실에서 책을 읽었어요.
I read a book in the doctor's waiting room.
저는 대기실에 앉아서 비행기 출발을 기다렸습니다.
I sat in the waiting room and waited for the plane to depart.
면접 대기실에서 긴장했습니다.
I was nervous in the interview waiting room.
병원 대기실에서 순서를 기다리고 있어요.
I'm waiting for my turn in the hospital waiting room.
대기실이 깨끗하고 편안했어요.
The waiting room was clean and comfortable.
병원 대기실에서 진료를 기다리고 있어요.
I'm waiting for my appointment in the hospital waiting room.
기차역 대기실은 사람들로 붐볐다.
The train station waiting room was crowded with people.
비행기 연착 때문에 공항 대기실에서 오래 기다려야 했어요.
Because of the flight delay, I had to wait a long time in the airport waiting room.
면접을 보기 전에 대기실에서 잠시 기다려 주세요.
Please wait for a moment in the waiting room before your interview.
콘서트홀 대기실에서 출연진들이 준비하고 있습니다.
The performers are getting ready in the concert hall waiting room.
은행 대기실에 앉아서 순서를 기다리고 있어요.
I'm sitting in the bank waiting room, waiting for my turn.
버스 터미널 대기실에서 친구를 만났어요.
I met my friend in the bus terminal waiting room.
대기실에 있는 잡지를 읽으면서 시간을 보냈어요.
I spent time reading magazines in the waiting room.
병원 대기실에서 환자들이 순서를 기다리고 있습니다.
Patients are waiting for their turn in the hospital waiting room.
공항 대기실은 출발하는 여행객들로 붐볐습니다.
The airport waiting room was crowded with departing travelers.
기차역 대기실에서 친구를 만나기로 했어요.
I arranged to meet my friend in the train station waiting room.
면접 대기실에서 긴장하며 차례를 기다렸습니다.
I nervously waited for my turn in the interview waiting room.
버스 터미널 대기실에서 다음 버스를 기다리고 있었어요.
I was waiting for the next bus in the bus terminal waiting room.
극장 대기실에서 공연 시작을 알리는 방송을 들었습니다.
In the theater waiting room, I heard the announcement for the start of the performance.
아이들은 소아과 대기실에서 장난감을 가지고 놀았습니다.
The children played with toys in the pediatrician's waiting room.
수술 대기실에서 가족들은 초조하게 결과를 기다렸습니다.
In the surgery waiting room, the family anxiously awaited the results.
도착하자마자 저는 대기실로 가서 제 비행기가 언제 출발하는지 확인했어요.
Upon arrival, I went to the waiting room to check when my flight was departing.
대기실은 사람들로 북적였고, 앉을 자리조차 찾기 어려웠어요.
The waiting room was crowded with people, and it was hard to even find a place to sit.
기차가 연착되자, 모든 승객들이 대기실에서 초조하게 기다리고 있었습니다.
When the train was delayed, all the passengers were anxiously waiting in the waiting room.
대기실 안에는 작은 카페가 있어서 간단한 식사를 할 수 있었어요.
There was a small cafe inside the waiting room, so I could have a light meal.
항공사 직원은 대기실에 모인 승객들에게 연착 사유를 설명했습니다.
The airline staff explained the reason for the delay to the passengers gathered in the waiting room.
아이들은 대기실에서 뛰어놀았고, 부모들은 그들을 제지하느라 바빴습니다.
The children were running around in the waiting room, and their parents were busy trying to stop them.
저는 대기실 창밖으로 비행기가 이륙하는 모습을 한참 동안 바라보았습니다.
I watched planes taking off from the waiting room window for a long time.
다음 열차를 기다리면서 대기실에서 책을 읽는 것이 저의 작은 즐거움입니다.
Reading a book in the waiting room while waiting for the next train is my small pleasure.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
대기실에서 기다려 주세요.
Please wait in the waiting room.
대기실은 어디에 있나요?
Where is the waiting room?
저는 대기실에 있습니다.
I am in the waiting room.
대기실에 사람이 많아요.
There are many people in the waiting room.
대기실이 매우 큽니다.
The waiting room is very big.
대기실에서 책을 읽었어요.
I read a book in the waiting room.
비행기 대기실에서 만나요.
Let's meet in the airport waiting room.
대기실에서 커피를 마셨어요.
I drank coffee in the waiting room.
대기실에 앉아 계세요.
Please be seated in the waiting room.
대기실에서 이름을 불렀습니다.
They called my name in the waiting room.
Word Family
Nouns
Verbs
How to Use It
Use 대기실 when referring to a waiting room specifically at a public transportation hub like a train station (기차역), bus terminal (버스 터미널), or airport (공항). It implies a designated area for passengers to wait for their departure. It's a common and practical term to know if you're traveling in Korea.
Don't confuse 대기실 with a general waiting room in a doctor's office or other private setting. For those, you might use different terms like 대합실 (though less common for a doctor's office) or simply describe the situation, e.g., '병원에서 기다리고 있어요' (I'm waiting at the hospital). 대기실 is very specific to transport hubs.
Tips
Easy Way to Remember
Break down '대기실' (daegisil): '대기' (daegi) means waiting, and '실' (sil) means room. Put them together: waiting room.
Pronunciation Practice
Say '대기실' (daegisil) out loud. The '대' (dae) sounds like 'day', '기' (gi) sounds like 'gee' (as in 'geese'), and '실' (sil) sounds like 'shil'. Practice until it feels natural.
Common Use Cases
You'll often hear '대기실' used for a waiting room at a train station (기차역 대기실) or an airport (공항 대기실).
Distinction from Other Rooms
Remember '대기실' is specifically for waiting areas in public transport hubs, not a general room (방) or office (사무실).
Visual Association
When you think of '대기실', picture people sitting on benches at a bus terminal or an airport departure lounge.
Simple Sentence Practice
Try saying: '대기실에 앉아 있어요.' (Daegisire anja isseoyo.) - I am sitting in the waiting room.
Contextual Clues
If someone mentions '표' (pyo - ticket) or '출발' (chulbal - departure), and then '대기실', you know they're talking about a waiting room for travel.
Listen for it
Pay attention to announcements at Korean train stations or airports. You'll likely hear '대기실' when directing passengers.
Don't Confuse with Lobby
While a lobby (로비) can have a waiting area, '대기실' is more specifically a designated waiting room, often before boarding.
Real-World Application
When traveling in Korea, if you need to ask where to wait, you can say '대기실이 어디예요?' (Daegisiri eodiyeyo?) - Where is the waiting room?
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Imagine a DAI-sy (대) waiting in a GHI-ant (기) SIL-ver (실) room. It's a waiting room!
Visual Association
Picture a busy airport gate with many people sitting in chairs. Focus on the sign that says '대기실' above the entrance to that area.
Word Web
Challenge
Next time you are at an airport, bus terminal, or train station, try to identify the waiting room and mentally label it '대기실'. If you're with a Korean speaker, try asking '대기실이 어디예요?' (Where is the waiting room?)
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
At the train station
- 기차역 대기실 (train station waiting room)
- 대기실에서 기다리다 (to wait in the waiting room)
- 기차 시간표를 확인하다 (to check the train schedule)
At the airport
- 공항 대기실 (airport waiting room)
- 출국장 대기실 (departure lounge waiting room)
- 비행기 탑승을 기다리다 (to wait to board the plane)
At a bus terminal
- 버스 터미널 대기실 (bus terminal waiting room)
- 버스표를 사다 (to buy a bus ticket)
- 버스가 도착할 때까지 기다리다 (to wait until the bus arrives)
At a hospital/clinic
- 병원 대기실 (hospital waiting room)
- 진료를 기다리다 (to wait for a medical examination)
- 접수하다 (to register/check in)
At an interview location
- 면접 대기실 (interview waiting room)
- 면접을 기다리다 (to wait for an interview)
- 긴장되다 (to be nervous)
Conversation Starters
"대기실은 어디에 있어요? (Where is the waiting room?)"
"여기 대기실인가요? (Is this the waiting room?)"
"대기실에서 얼마나 기다려야 해요? (How long do I have to wait in the waiting room?)"
"대기실에 사람이 많아요? (Are there many people in the waiting room?)"
"대기실에서 뭐 할까요? (What should I do in the waiting room?)"
Journal Prompts
What do you typically do when you're in a waiting room? (대기실에서 보통 무엇을 하나요?)
Describe a time you had to wait a long time in a waiting room. (대기실에서 오랫동안 기다려야 했던 경험을 이야기해주세요.)
What makes a waiting room comfortable or uncomfortable for you? (어떤 점이 대기실을 편안하거나 불편하게 만드나요?)
Imagine you are designing a new waiting room. What would it look like? (새로운 대기실을 디자인한다고 상상해보세요. 어떤 모습일까요?)
What kind of emotions do you usually feel when you are in a waiting room? (대기실에 있을 때 보통 어떤 감정을 느끼나요?)
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10 questionsWhile '기다리는 방' literally means 'a room for waiting,' it's not a commonly used or natural term in Korean for a designated waiting area. 대기실 (daegisil) is the standard and most appropriate word for a waiting room, especially in public places like stations or airports. Think of 대기실 as a specific type of room, whereas 기다리는 방 is more of a descriptive phrase that wouldn't typically be used on its own.
대기실 is pronounced 'dae-gi-sil.' The '대' sounds like 'day,' '기' sounds like 'gee' (as in 'geese'), and '실' sounds like 'shil' (as in 'shelf' but with an 'i' sound). Try to say it slowly at first, then speed it up: 대-기-실.
While it's very common in stations and airports, 대기실 (daegisil) can also be used for waiting rooms in other public facilities, like hospitals (though '대합실' might also be used in some larger hospital waiting areas) or even backstage at a performance venue. The key is that it's a designated room specifically for waiting.
Yes, you can use 대기실 (daegisil) for a waiting room in a doctor's office. However, you might also hear '진료실 앞' (jillyosil ap) which means 'in front of the examination room,' or simply '기다리는 곳' (gidarineun got) 'the place where people wait.' 대기실 is still perfectly understandable and correct in this context.
The closest English equivalent to 대기실 (daegisil) is 'waiting room.' It's a direct and accurate translation for the specific kind of room it describes.
You can ask: 대기실이 어디예요? (daegisili eodieyo?) which means 'Where is the waiting room?' Or, if you want to be a bit more polite, you could say: 대기실은 어디에 있습니까? (daegisileun eodie isseumnikka?).
No, 대기실 (daegisil) is specifically for waiting. An 'on-call room' where staff rest and are available for duty would likely be called something else, perhaps '휴게실' (hyugesil - rest room/lounge) or a more specific term depending on the context. 대기실 implies a place for people to wait for a service or departure.
You'll often hear 대기실에서 기다리다 (daegisileseo gidarida) meaning 'to wait in the waiting room.' For example: '비행기 대기실에서 기다리고 있어요.' (bihaenggi daegisileseo gidarigo isseoyo.) - 'I'm waiting in the airport waiting room.'
No, 대기실 (daegisil) is a neutral term and is perfectly fine to use in both formal and informal settings. It's a descriptive noun, so its formality depends more on the sentence structure and politeness level of the verbs or particles you use with it.
While a lobby might contain a waiting area, 대기실 (daegisil) specifically refers to the waiting room itself. A lobby, or '로비' (robi) in Korean, is generally a larger entrance area that might have various functions, including waiting, but it's not synonymous with 대기실.
Test Yourself 108 questions
저는 공항 ___에서 기다리고 있어요. (I'm waiting in the airport waiting room.)
The context implies a place for waiting, so '대기실' (waiting room) is the correct fit.
기차역 ___은 매우 컸어요. (The train station waiting room was very big.)
'대기실' (waiting room) is the appropriate word for a waiting area at a station.
저의 친구는 ___에서 저를 기다리고 있었어요. (My friend was waiting for me in the waiting room.)
The sentence indicates someone is waiting, so '대기실' (waiting room) is the correct answer.
비행기 타기 전에 ___에서 잠시 쉬었어요. (I rested for a while in the waiting room before boarding the plane.)
Before boarding a plane, people usually wait in a '대기실' (waiting room).
버스를 기다리는 동안 ___에 앉아 있었어요. (I sat in the waiting room while waiting for the bus.)
When waiting for a bus at a station, '대기실' (waiting room) is where you would sit.
병원 ___에는 사람들이 많았어요. (There were many people in the hospital waiting room.)
A hospital '대기실' (waiting room) is where many people would wait.
Which of these places would most likely have a '대기실'?
대기실 (daegisil) means 'waiting room', commonly found in places like airports or stations.
You are at a train station waiting for your train. Where would you go to sit down?
At a station, the 대기실 (daegisil) is where you wait for your train.
Which word best describes a room where people wait for something?
대기실 (daegisil) directly translates to 'waiting room'.
You can find a '대기실' at a bus stop.
While you wait at a bus stop, a formal '대기실' (waiting room) is typically found at larger stations or airports, not usually at a simple bus stop.
A '대기실' is usually a place where people sleep.
A '대기실' (waiting room) is for waiting, not typically for sleeping. You would sleep in a bedroom (침실).
If you are at the airport and your flight is delayed, you would wait in the '대기실'.
Yes, the '대기실' (waiting room) at an airport is the designated place to wait for your flight, especially if it's delayed.
Where is the waiting room?
I will wait in the waiting room.
The airport waiting room is spacious.
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기차 대기실이 어디예요?
Focus: 대기실 (dae-gi-sil)
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대기실에서 만나요.
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버스 대기실에 사람이 많아요.
Focus: 사람이 많아요 (sa-ram-i man-a-yo)
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Translate 'waiting room' into Korean.
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대기실
Write a short Korean sentence using '대기실'. (Hint: The waiting room is big.)
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대기실은 큽니다.
You are at the airport. You need to find the waiting room. How would you say 'Where is the waiting room?' in Korean?
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대기실은 어디입니까?
Where is this place?
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여기는 기차역 대기실입니다. 사람이 많습니다. 의자에 앉으세요.
Where is this place?
The passage states '기차역 대기실' which means 'train station waiting room'.
The passage states '기차역 대기실' which means 'train station waiting room'.
What is the person doing in the waiting room?
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비행기 대기실에서 친구를 기다립니다. 커피를 마십니다.
What is the person doing in the waiting room?
The passage says '친구를 기다립니다' (waiting for a friend) and '커피를 마십니다' (drinking coffee).
The passage says '친구를 기다립니다' (waiting for a friend) and '커피를 마십니다' (drinking coffee).
What is the person's opinion about the chairs in the waiting room?
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버스를 타려고 대기실에 왔습니다. 의자가 편안합니다.
What is the person's opinion about the chairs in the waiting room?
The passage states '의자가 편안합니다' which means 'the chairs are comfortable'.
The passage states '의자가 편안합니다' which means 'the chairs are comfortable'.
This sentence asks 'Where is the station waiting room?'
This means 'The airport waiting room is this way.'
This translates to 'I wait in the waiting room.'
Which of these places would most likely have a '대기실'?
A '대기실' is a waiting room, typically found in places like bus terminals, train stations, or airports.
You are at the train station and need to wait for your train. Where would you go?
The '대기실' is the correct place to wait at a station.
Which of the following describes the function of a '대기실'?
The word '대기실' literally means 'waiting room', so its function is for waiting.
You would find a '대기실' in a hospital.
Hospitals also have waiting rooms for patients.
The '대기실' is usually where you check in for your flight.
You check in at the counter. The '대기실' is for waiting after checking in.
You can typically find '대기실' at a small neighborhood convenience store.
Convenience stores don't typically have waiting rooms.
The speaker is telling someone to wait in a specific type of waiting room.
The speaker is describing the size of a waiting room at an airport.
The speaker waited somewhere before boarding a plane.
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병원 대기실이 너무 붐볐어요.
Focus: 대기실 (dae-gi-sil)
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저는 기차 대기실에서 친구를 만났습니다.
Focus: 친구 (chin-gu)
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대기실에서 비행기 출발 시간을 확인하세요.
Focus: 확인하세요 (hwak-in-ha-se-yo)
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This sentence means 'I am waiting in the waiting room.' The structure is 'waiting room + at/in (에서) + waiting (기다리고) + am/is (있어요).'
This sentence means 'The airport waiting room is spacious.' '공항' is airport, '대기실' is waiting room, '은' is a topic marker, and '넓어요' means spacious.
This sentence means 'Where is the train station waiting room?' '기차역' is train station, '대기실' is waiting room, '이' is a subject marker, and '어디예요?' means where is it?
저는 공항 ___에서 친구를 기다리고 있어요.
The sentence indicates waiting for a friend at the airport. '대기실' (waiting room) is the most appropriate place among the given options.
기차가 곧 도착하니, 승강장으로 가기 전에 잠시 ___에서 기다리세요.
The sentence suggests waiting before the train arrives at the platform. '대기실' (waiting room) is the suitable place for waiting in a station.
수술 전, 환자들은 ___에서 대기했습니다.
Before surgery, patients typically wait in a '대기실' (waiting room).
은행 업무를 보려면 번호표를 뽑고 ___에서 기다려야 합니다.
In a bank, after taking a number, one waits in the '대기실' (waiting room) for their turn.
비행기 출발 시간이 지연되어 승객들은 모두 ___에 머물렀습니다.
When a flight is delayed, passengers typically stay in the '대기실' (waiting room) at the airport.
면접 시간이 되어 ___ 문이 열리자마자 들어갔습니다.
Before an interview, candidates wait in a '대기실' (waiting room). The sentence implies entering a room after waiting.
What are they doing at the waiting room?
Why did they have to wait for a long time?
What was the problem with the waiting room?
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기차역 대기실이 어디에 있나요?
Focus: 대기실 (daegisil)
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공항 대기실에서 기다리는 동안 무엇을 할 수 있을까요?
Focus: 공항 (gonghang)
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저는 대기실에서 책을 읽는 것을 좋아해요.
Focus: 읽는 것을 (ingneun geoseul)
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Imagine you are at a train station. Describe what you see and hear in the waiting room. Include at least two actions people are doing.
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기차역 대기실에서 많은 사람들이 기차를 기다리고 있습니다. 어떤 사람들은 의자에 앉아서 책을 읽고 있고, 다른 사람들은 핸드폰으로 이야기를 하고 있습니다. 아이들이 뛰어다니는 소리도 들립니다.
You are meeting a friend at the airport. Write a short message to them explaining where you will wait for them after their flight lands. Use the word '대기실'.
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네 비행기가 도착하면, 나는 도착 대기실에서 너를 기다릴게. 거기서 보자!
Describe a time you had to wait in a waiting room (대기실). What was it like? Were you alone or with someone? What did you do to pass the time?
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지난주에 공항 대기실에서 비행기를 기다려야 했습니다. 저는 친구와 함께 있었고, 우리는 비행기가 연착되어서 좀 지루했습니다. 우리는 핸드폰 게임을 하고 이야기를 하면서 시간을 보냈습니다.
이 글에 따르면 서울역 대기실에서 사람들이 하는 행동이 아닌 것은 무엇입니까?
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서울역 대기실은 항상 사람들로 붐빕니다. 기차를 기다리는 승객들이 많기 때문입니다. 이곳에서는 커피를 마시거나, 책을 읽거나, 핸드폰으로 영화를 보는 사람들을 쉽게 볼 수 있습니다. 가끔은 가족들이 서로를 배웅하거나 마중하는 모습도 정겹습니다.
이 글에 따르면 서울역 대기실에서 사람들이 하는 행동이 아닌 것은 무엇입니까?
글에는 커피를 마시거나, 책을 읽거나, 핸드폰으로 영화를 보는 사람들이 있다고 언급되어 있지만, 운동을 하는 사람들에 대한 내용은 없습니다.
글에는 커피를 마시거나, 책을 읽거나, 핸드폰으로 영화를 보는 사람들이 있다고 언급되어 있지만, 운동을 하는 사람들에 대한 내용은 없습니다.
화자는 공항 대기실에서 무엇 때문에 지루하고 피곤함을 느꼈습니까?
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비행기가 연착되어 공항 대기실에서 3시간을 기다려야 했습니다. 처음에는 괜찮았지만, 시간이 지날수록 피곤하고 지루했습니다. 다행히 근처에 작은 카페가 있어서 따뜻한 차를 마시며 시간을 보낼 수 있었습니다.
화자는 공항 대기실에서 무엇 때문에 지루하고 피곤함을 느꼈습니까?
글에 '비행기가 연착되어 공항 대기실에서 3시간을 기다려야 했습니다. 처음에는 괜찮았지만, 시간이 지날수록 피곤하고 지루했습니다.'라고 명시되어 있습니다.
글에 '비행기가 연착되어 공항 대기실에서 3시간을 기다려야 했습니다. 처음에는 괜찮았지만, 시간이 지날수록 피곤하고 지루했습니다.'라고 명시되어 있습니다.
부산역 대기실이 어떻게 변했습니까?
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부산역 대기실은 최근 리모델링을 통해 더욱 깨끗하고 넓어졌습니다. 승객들이 편안하게 기다릴 수 있도록 새로운 의자와 충전 시설도 마련되었습니다. 이제는 KTX를 기다리는 동안 더욱 쾌적한 환경에서 시간을 보낼 수 있습니다.
부산역 대기실이 어떻게 변했습니까?
글에 '부산역 대기실은 최근 리모델링을 통해 더욱 깨끗하고 넓어졌습니다.'라고 언급되어 있습니다.
글에 '부산역 대기실은 최근 리모델링을 통해 더욱 깨끗하고 넓어졌습니다.'라고 언급되어 있습니다.
This sentence means 'My friend is waiting for me in the airport waiting room.' The order is Subject + Location + Object + Verb.
This sentence means 'The waiting time in the train station waiting room was too long.' The order describes the action and its duration.
This sentence means 'I entered the hospital waiting room according to the appointment time.' The adverbial phrase comes first, followed by the location and then the verb.
기차를 기다리는 동안, 우리는 편안하게 ___에 앉아 있었다.
The sentence describes waiting for a train, and '대기실' (waiting room) is the most appropriate place to sit while waiting.
비행기 출발 지연으로 승객들은 모두 ___에서 기다려야 했습니다.
When a flight is delayed, passengers wait in the '대기실' (waiting room) at the airport.
공항의 ___은 매우 넓고 쾌적해서 긴 대기 시간도 지루하지 않았다.
The sentence describes a spacious and pleasant place at the airport where waiting is not boring, which fits the description of a '대기실' (waiting room).
병원 ___에는 진료를 기다리는 환자들이 가득했다.
Patients waiting for medical treatment are typically found in the '대기실' (waiting room) of a hospital.
기차역 ___에는 출발 시간을 알리는 전광판이 설치되어 있다.
In a train station, the departure time display board is usually found in the '대기실' (waiting room) for passengers to see.
늦은 시간에도 불구하고 공항 ___은 사람들로 북적였다.
Even late at night, the '대기실' (waiting room) at the airport would be crowded with people waiting for their flights.
다음 중 기차를 기다리는 장소로 가장 적절한 곳은 어디인가요?
기차를 기다리는 장소는 '대기실'이 가장 적절합니다. 다른 옵션들은 각각 '교실'(classroom), '회의실'(meeting room), '침실'(bedroom)을 의미합니다.
공항에서 비행기를 타기 전에 잠시 기다리는 공간을 무엇이라고 부르나요?
공항에서 비행기를 기다리는 공간은 '대기실'입니다. '식당'(restaurant), '도서관'(library), '운동장'(playground)은 적절하지 않습니다.
역에서 기차를 기다리는데, 너무 일찍 도착해서 앉아 있을 곳을 찾고 있어요. 어디로 가야 할까요?
역에서 기차를 기다리며 앉아 있을 곳은 '대기실'입니다. '주방'(kitchen), '화장실'(restroom), '창고'(storage room)는 기다리는 장소로 부적절합니다.
버스 정류장에는 항상 큰 대기실이 있다.
버스 정류장에는 대기실이 없는 경우가 많으며, 있더라도 기차역이나 공항만큼 크지 않은 경우가 많습니다.
병원에 가면 진료를 기다리는 동안 대기실에서 기다려야 한다.
병원의 '대기실'은 환자들이 진료를 기다리는 공간입니다.
대기실은 주로 잠을 자기 위한 공간으로 사용된다.
대기실은 주로 기다리는 공간이며, 잠을 자기 위한 공간은 아닙니다. 잠을 자기 위한 공간은 침실과 같은 곳입니다.
The flight time is still far away, so let's wait a bit in the waiting room.
I met my friend in the train station waiting room.
The waiting room was full of people, so there was no place to sit.
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공항 대기실에서 탑승 안내를 기다리고 있습니다.
Focus: 대기실 (dae-gi-sil)
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기차역 대기실에서 잠시 쉬자.
Focus: 기차역 대기실 (gi-cha-yeok dae-gi-sil)
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저희는 대기실에서 다음 버스를 기다려야 합니다.
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출국 심사를 마치고, 우리는 비행기 탑승을 위해 ___로 향했다.
비행기 탑승을 기다리는 장소는 '대기실'입니다. 다른 옵션들은 문맥상 맞지 않습니다.
기차가 연착되어 승객들은 모두 ___에서 초조하게 기다렸다.
기차가 연착되었을 때 승객들이 기다리는 장소는 '대기실'입니다. '매표소'는 표를 사는 곳, '주차장'은 차를 대는 곳, '승강장'은 기차를 타는 곳입니다.
공항의 ___은 항상 사람들로 북적이며 활기 넘친다.
공항에서 많은 사람들이 기다리는 장소는 '대기실'입니다. '창고'는 물건을 보관하는 곳, '사무실'은 업무를 보는 곳, '활주로'는 비행기가 이착륙하는 곳입니다.
의사는 잠시 후 저를 부를 것이니, 편안하게 ___에서 기다려달라고 했다.
병원에서 의사를 기다리는 장소는 '대기실'입니다. '수술실'은 수술하는 곳, '진료실'은 진료받는 곳, '주사실'은 주사를 맞는 곳입니다.
버스 터미널의 ___에는 장거리 여행객들이 많았다.
버스 터미널에서 버스를 기다리는 장소는 '대기실'입니다. '운전석'은 버스 기사가 앉는 곳, '수화물 보관소'는 짐을 보관하는 곳, '정비소'는 버스를 수리하는 곳입니다.
면접관이 다음 지원자를 부르기 전까지, 우리는 조용히 ___에서 대기했다.
면접을 기다리는 장소는 '대기실'입니다. '회의실'은 회의하는 곳, '식당'은 밥을 먹는 곳, '복도'는 통로입니다.
The flight was delayed, and passengers were nervously waiting in the waiting room.
The train station waiting room was crowded with people waiting for departure time.
In the airport waiting room, we finally realized the start of our trip.
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대기실에서 예상치 못한 지연을 어떻게 견뎌내시겠습니까?
Focus: 대기실 (dae-gi-sil)
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역 대기실의 분위기는 어떠하다고 생각하십니까?
Focus: 대기실 (dae-gi-sil)
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긴 대기 시간 동안 대기실에서 무엇을 주로 하시나요?
Focus: 대기실 (dae-gi-sil)
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What did the speaker hear upon arriving at the airport waiting room?
Where are the passengers waiting because of the delayed train?
Why did the speaker have to stand while waiting?
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공항 대기실은 항상 사람들로 북적입니다.
Focus: 북적입니다
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기차역 대기실에서 친구를 만났어요.
Focus: 대기실에서
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다음 비행기를 기다리며 대기실에서 책을 읽었습니다.
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Easy Way to Remember
Break down '대기실' (daegisil): '대기' (daegi) means waiting, and '실' (sil) means room. Put them together: waiting room.
Pronunciation Practice
Say '대기실' (daegisil) out loud. The '대' (dae) sounds like 'day', '기' (gi) sounds like 'gee' (as in 'geese'), and '실' (sil) sounds like 'shil'. Practice until it feels natural.
Common Use Cases
You'll often hear '대기실' used for a waiting room at a train station (기차역 대기실) or an airport (공항 대기실).
Distinction from Other Rooms
Remember '대기실' is specifically for waiting areas in public transport hubs, not a general room (방) or office (사무실).
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데려다주다
A1To drop someone off at a destination.
위로
A1Upward or above.
여유롭다
A1To be relaxed or spacious.
급하다
A1To be urgent or hasty.
고속도로
A1A highway designed for high-speed travel, a freeway or expressway.
바퀴
A1A wheel, a circular object that revolves on an axle.
모시다
A1To pick up or take a respected person (honorific).
이동하다
B1To move from one place to another; to change position or location.
곧다
A1To be straight or upright.
가깝게
A1Closely or nearby.
