Korean Dictionary
How to say "Easter" in Korean
“Easter” in Korean is 부활절 (pronounced "Buhwaljol").
부활절
Buhwaljol
Usage & Context
Easter is celebrated by Korean Christians to commemorate the resurrection of Jesus. Korean churches hold special services and families gather for celebrations.
Example Sentence
부활절은 기독교의 중요한 날입니다.
Easter is an important Christian holiday.
How to use 부활절 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Easter” is 부활절, romanized as Buhwaljol.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Say "Bu-hwal-jeol." "Bu" sounds like "boo" in "book." "Hwal" is like "hwahl," rhyming with "wall." "Jeol" sounds like "juhl" in "jungle" but with a clear 'l' sound at the end. The stress is fairly even.
More Example Sentences
Describing a common religious practice.
부활절에는 교회에서 특별 예배를 드려요.
On Easter, special services are held at church.
Talking about a popular Easter activity for children.
아이들이 부활절 달걀 찾기를 좋아해요.
Kids love Easter egg hunts.
Describing family gatherings during the Easter break.
부활절 연휴에 가족들과 모여 식사했어요.
We gathered with family and had a meal during the Easter holiday.
Cultural Context
While Korea has a significant Christian population, Easter is not a public holiday. However, churches across the country hold important services, and many families celebrate with special meals and activities like egg decorating or egg hunts, especially among younger generations. It's a day of spiritual reflection and family gathering for Christians.
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Common Phrases
해피 부활절!
Happy Easter!
부활절 달걀
Easter egg
부활절 예배
Easter service
Related Expressions
예수님 부활
Yesunim buhwal
Resurrection of Jesus
달걀
dalgyal
Egg (often used for Easter eggs)
교회
gyohoe
Church
사순절
Sasunjeol
Lent
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