Korean Dictionary
How to say "Appeal" in Korean
“Appeal” in Korean is 항소 (pronounced "Hangso").
항소
Hangso
Usage & Context
A request to a higher court to review a lower court's decision. Appeals are common in South Korea when parties disagree with a verdict.
Example Sentence
그는 판결에 항소했습니다.
He appealed the verdict.
How to use 항소 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Appeal” is 항소, romanized as Hangso.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce '항소' as 'Hang-so'. 'Hang' sounds like the English word 'hang' (as in, to hang a picture). 'So' sounds like the English word 'so'. The stress is generally even, with a slight emphasis on the first syllable.
More Example Sentences
A lawyer discussing a legal strategy after a verdict.
그 변호사는 고객의 무죄를 주장하며 항소했습니다.
The lawyer appealed, asserting his client's innocence.
A legal team discussing their next steps after a court decision.
1심 판결에 불복하여 항소할 예정입니다.
We plan to appeal the first-instance judgment.
A person asking about the legal process of an appeal.
항소심에서 새로운 증거가 제출될 수 있을까요?
Can new evidence be submitted in the appellate trial?
Cultural Context
In South Korea, the legal system allows for multiple levels of appeal, typically up to the Supreme Court (대법원). High-profile cases, especially those involving celebrities or political figures, often go through several appeals, drawing significant public and media attention. K-dramas frequently feature dramatic courtroom scenes where lawyers fight fiercely through appeals to overturn initial verdicts.
Editorial note
We review entries like 항소 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
항소 기각
appeal dismissed
항소심
appellate trial
항소 기간
appeal period
Related Expressions
항소하다
hangsohada
to appeal (verb)
상고
sanggo
appeal to the Supreme Court
재심
jaesim
retrial
판결
pangyeol
verdict, judgment
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