Travel Phrases — Entry No. 1162
전쟁기념관
war-memorial · noun
전쟁기념관
war-memorial
[wor MEM-or-ee-ul]
nounbeginner
Meaning
The War Memorial of Korea (전쟁기념관, jeonjaeng ginieongwan) located in Seoul, dedicated to Korean military history and the Korean War. It’s one of Korea’s most visited museums, showcasing weapons, artifacts, and exhibits explaining Korea’s complex historical struggle for independence and sovereignty.
K-Pop & K-Drama Context
Visited by EXO members during military service documentaries; featured in ‘Descendants of the Sun’ (2016) where characters discuss Korean military service. BTS has referenced Korean military culture in interviews; NewJeans members have done cultural education content at historical sites explaining Korea’s modern history.
Example Sentences
전쟁기념관을 방문했어요.
jeonjaeng ginieongwan-eul bangmunhaesseoyo.
I visited the War Memorial — expressing tourism or educational visits.
전쟁기념관은 한국의 역사를 알려줘요.
jeonjaeng ginieongwan-eun hanguk-ui yeoksa-reul allyeojwo.
The War Memorial teaches Korea’s history — describing its educational purpose.
한국 남자들은 병역의무가 있어요.
hanguk namja-deul-eun byeongyeok-uumuwa isseoyo.
Korean men have military service obligations — context related to why the War Memorial is culturally significant.
⚠️ Don’t use war-memorial when…
1) This is specifically a war memorial museum, not a tourist attraction for K-pop photos — showing respect in tone and behavior is important when discussing it. 2) Don’t confuse it with other Seoul museums; it’s historically serious and distinct from entertainment-focused cultural sites.
🎵 Heard In
- K-Drama: Descendants of the Sun (2016) — military characters discuss service; the show contextualizes Korea’s defense heritage which the War Memorial documents.
- K-Pop: EXO — members document military service journeys; BTS has discussed military service expectations in interviews, making understanding Korea’s military culture essential for fans.
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