Korean Dictionary
How to say "Anger" in Korean
“Anger” in Korean is 분노 (pronounced "bunno").
분노
bunno
Usage & Context
Anger is a normal emotional response to perceived threats or injustice. Korean culture has traditionally suppressed 분노, but modern mental health practice encourages healthy expression and management.
Example Sentence
분노는 억압하지 말고 건강하게 표현해야 한다.
Anger should not be suppressed but expressed healthily.
How to use 분노 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Anger” is 분노, romanized as bunno.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The word '분노' (bunno) is pronounced with 'bun' sounding like 'boon' as in 'moon', and 'no' as in 'no, thank you'. The two 'n' sounds are distinct but flow smoothly.
More Example Sentences
A news report describing a public reaction.
그는 불의를 보고 분노를 느꼈다.
He felt anger upon seeing injustice.
A therapist advising a client.
분노를 조절하는 방법을 배우는 것이 중요해요.
It's important to learn how to manage anger.
A health expert giving a public lecture.
억압된 분노는 건강에 해로울 수 있습니다.
Suppressed anger can be harmful to one's health.
Cultural Context
Traditionally, expressing '분노' (anger) openly in Korean society, especially towards elders or superiors, was often discouraged as it could be seen as disrespectful or disruptive to harmony. This cultural tendency to suppress anger has even led to a unique Korean folk illness called '화병' (hwabyeong), or 'anger syndrome,' characterized by physical symptoms stemming from repressed rage. However, modern Korean society, influenced by global mental health trends, increasingly recognizes the importance of healthy anger expression and management.
Editorial note
We review entries like 분노 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
분노를 표출하다
To express anger
분노를 억누르다
To suppress anger
분노 조절 장애
Anger management disorder
Related Expressions
화
hwa
Anger (more common, less formal)
격노
gyeokno
Rage, fury
짜증
jjajeung
Irritation, annoyance
좌절
jwajeol
Frustration
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