Korean Dictionary
How to say "Adoption in Korea" in Korean
“Adoption in Korea” in Korean is 입양 (pronounced "Ipyang").
입양
Ipyang
Usage & Context
The legal process of becoming a parent to a child not biologically yours. Korea has a history of international adoption.
Example Sentence
입양은 가족을 만드는 또 다른 방법입니다.
Adoption is another way to create a family.
How to use 입양 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Adoption in Korea” is 입양, romanized as Ipyang.
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 입양.
Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce '입양' as 'Eep-yang'. '입' sounds like 'eep' in 'keep'. '양' is like 'yang' in 'yin and yang'.
More Example Sentences
Someone sharing news about a couple's family plans.
그 부부는 아이를 입양하기로 결정했어요.
The couple decided to adopt a child.
A statement from an adoption agency or a public service announcement.
입양은 아이에게 새로운 가정을 선물하는 일입니다.
Adoption is giving a new family to a child.
A discussion about social policy or child welfare.
국내 입양을 활성화하기 위한 노력이 필요합니다.
Efforts are needed to promote domestic adoption.
Cultural Context
Korea has a complex history with '입양' (ipyang). For decades, it was known for a high rate of international adoptions, particularly after the Korean War. However, there's been a strong push in recent years to encourage domestic adoption. While societal perceptions are improving, some traditional views still exist, and adopted children or families may face subtle biases. The government and various organizations are actively working to destigmatize adoption and provide support for adoptive families, emphasizing that '입양' is a beautiful way to form a family.
Editorial note
We review entries like 입양 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
입양 절차
adoption procedure
국내 입양
domestic adoption
해외 입양
international adoption
Related Expressions
입양아
ipyang-a
adopted child
입양 부모
ipyang bumo
adoptive parents
파양
payang
annulment of adoption
위탁 가정
witak gajeong
foster family
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