Korean Dictionary
How to say "Christianity" in Korean
“Christianity” in Korean is 기독교 (pronounced "Gidokkyo").
기독교
Gidokkyo
Usage & Context
Christianity is one of the largest religions in Korea with significant influence on Korean society. Korean churches are known for their active community involvement and missionary work.
Example Sentence
기독교는 한국에서 널리 믿어집니다.
Christianity is widely believed in Korea.
How to use 기독교 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Christianity” is 기독교, romanized as Gidokkyo.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Pronounced 'gi-dok-gyo'. Three syllables: 'gi' (like 'gee'), 'dok' (like 'dok' with a held ㄱ), 'gyo' (soft 'gy' glide into 'oh').
More Example Sentences
demographics
한국에서 기독교 신자가 많아요.
There are many Christians in Korea.
religious background
저희 가족은 기독교예요.
My family is Christian.
history
기독교 선교사가 한국에 왔어요.
Christian missionaries came to Korea.
Cultural Context
기독교 technically refers to all Christianity, but in practice many Koreans use it specifically for Protestantism while 천주교 / 가톨릭 refers to Catholicism. Formally, Protestantism is 개신교 and that distinction matters in nuanced discussions. Korean Protestants attend 교회 (churches), often with Sunday services and extensive community. Korea is famous for sending huge numbers of missionaries abroad.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
저는 기독교예요.
I'm Christian.
기독교를 믿어요.
I believe in Christianity.
기독교 신자가 늘고 있어요.
Christians are increasing.
Related Expressions
개신교
gaesingyo
Protestantism
교회
gyohoe
church
목사
moksa
pastor
성경
seonggyeong
Bible
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