Korean · Travel & Places
기차역
gichayeok
Train station
Beginnernoun
Definition
A place where trains stop for passengers.
Example
기차역이 여기서 가까워요.
The train station is close to here.
Etymology
The term '기차역' (gichayeok) is derived from the characters for 'train' and 'station', marking the advancement of transportation in Korea since the modernization period.
How & Where It’s Used
Gichayeok is used commonly in both informal and formal discussions regarding travel or commuting, especially among city dwellers.