Korean Dictionary
How to say "Anthropology" in Korean
“Anthropology” in Korean is 인류학 (pronounced "Inryuhak").
인류학
Inryuhak
Usage & Context
The study of human cultures and societies. Korean anthropologists study both Korean and global cultures.
Example Sentence
인류학은 인간 문화를 연구한다.
Anthropology studies human cultures.
How to use 인류학 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Anthropology” is 인류학, romanized as Inryuhak.
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
인 (in) sounds like 'in' in 'ink'. 류 (ryu) is pronounced like 'ryoo', similar to 'Ryu' in 'Street Fighter'. 학 (hak) is like 'hahk' in 'hawk', with a short 'a' and a strong 'h' sound.
More Example Sentences
Defining the field.
인류학은 인간의 기원과 문화를 연구하는 학문입니다.
Anthropology is the study of human origins and culture.
Describing an anthropologist's work.
그는 아프리카 부족의 문화를 연구하는 인류학자예요.
He is an anthropologist who studies the culture of African tribes.
Sharing knowledge gained from a class.
인류학 수업에서 다양한 문화권의 풍습을 배웠어요.
In anthropology class, I learned about customs from various cultures.
Cultural Context
Anthropology in Korea delves into both global cultures and Korea's own rich cultural heritage, from ancient traditions to modern social phenomena. While perhaps less frequently discussed in daily K-pop or K-drama contexts, it's a crucial academic field for understanding human diversity and cultural evolution, often involving fieldwork and comparative studies.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
인류학 연구
anthropology research
인류학적 관점
anthropological perspective
인류학 박물관
anthropology museum
Related Expressions
인류학자
inryuhakja
anthropologist
문화인류학
munhwainryuhak
cultural anthropology
고고학
gogohak
archaeology
민속학
minsokhak
folklore studies
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