Korean Dictionary
How to say "Atheist" in Korean
“Atheist” in Korean is 무신론자 (pronounced "Musin-ronja").
무신론자
Musin-ronja
Usage & Context
An atheist is someone who does not believe in the existence of God. Atheism is a growing worldview among some Koreans.
Example Sentence
무신론자는 신을 믿지 않습니다.
An atheist does not believe in God.
How to use 무신론자 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Atheist” is 무신론자, romanized as Musin-ronja.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The '무' (mu) sounds like 'moo' in 'moon'. '신' (sin) is like 'shin' in 'shin bone'. '론' (ron) sounds like 'rone' in 'drone', and '자' (ja) is like 'jah' in 'jar'. The stress is fairly even, with a slight emphasis on '론'.
More Example Sentences
Explaining a personal choice based on belief.
저는 무신론자라서 교회에 가지 않습니다.
I am an atheist, so I don't go to church.
Discussing a societal trend among youth.
한국에는 젊은 무신론자들이 점점 늘고 있습니다.
The number of young atheists is increasing in Korea.
Describing someone's personal journey to atheism.
그는 종교적인 배경이 없어서 무신론자가 되었습니다.
He became an atheist because he had no religious background.
Cultural Context
Atheism ('무신론', musin-ron) is a growing worldview among younger generations in Korea, often linked to disillusionment with traditional institutions or a preference for scientific explanations. While older generations might find it less common, it's a recognized and increasingly accepted stance. In some conservative family settings, openly identifying as an atheist might still be a sensitive topic, but generally, it's part of the diverse spectrum of beliefs in modern Korean society.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
무신론적 관점
Atheistic perspective
나는 무신론자야
I am an atheist (casual)
무신론을 지지하다
To support atheism
Related Expressions
불가지론자
bulgajironja
Agnostic
유신론자
yusin-ronja
Theist
종교 없음
jonggyo eopseum
No religion
비종교인
bijonggyoin
Non-religious person
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