Living in Korea: Key Terms
원룸
wollum · One-room studio
What it is
A studio flat with a kitchen corner and bathroom — the most common first home for students and single workers.
Where newcomers get stuck
Many are small and furnished with built-in “options” — check what stays when you move out.
What you need
A deposit and monthly rent; often listed on property apps.
Useful sentence
풀옵션 원룸이에요?puropsyeon wollumieyo?Is it a fully furnished studio?
Rules and costs change and vary by district and building — no prices here. Check with your agent, building office or the official sites before you decide.