Korean Dictionary
How to say "Diwali" in Korean
“Diwali” in Korean is 디왈리 (pronounced "Diwali").
디왈리
Diwali
Usage & Context
Diwali is the Hindu festival of lights. Though not a traditional Korean festival, Diwali is celebrated by Hindu communities in Korea.
Example Sentence
디왈리는 힌두교의 축제입니다.
Diwali is a Hindu festival.
How to use 디왈리 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Diwali” is 디왈리, romanized as Diwali.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 디왈리.
Pronunciation Guide
Say "Di-wal-li." "Di" sounds like "dee" in "deep." "Wal" is like "wahl" in "wall." "Li" sounds like "lee" in "sleep." The stress is fairly even, with a slight emphasis on the first syllable.
More Example Sentences
Describing a key characteristic of Diwali.
디왈리는 빛의 축제로 알려져 있어요.
Diwali is known as the festival of lights.
Explaining a common decoration practice.
디왈리 기간 동안 집을 등불로 장식해요.
During Diwali, people decorate their homes with lamps.
Referring to the celebration of Diwali by the Indian diaspora in Korea.
한국에 사는 인도 친구들이 디왈리를 기념했어요.
My Indian friends living in Korea celebrated Diwali.
Cultural Context
Diwali is not a traditional Korean festival, but it is recognized and celebrated by the Hindu and Sikh communities in Korea. With increasing cultural exchange and a growing expat population, awareness of Diwali is slowly growing. It's often associated with vibrant decorations, lights, and delicious food, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness.
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Common Phrases
해피 디왈리!
Happy Diwali!
디왈리 축제
Diwali festival
디왈리 기념
Diwali celebration
Related Expressions
빛의 축제
bichui chukje
Festival of lights
힌두교
Hindugyo
Hinduism
등불
deungbul
Lamp/lantern
새해
saehae
New Year (Diwali is considered a new year by some communities)
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