Korean Dictionary
How to say "Bayonet" in Korean
“Bayonet” in Korean is 총검 (pronounced "Chonggeom").
총검
Chonggeom
Usage & Context
Military term related to bayonet. Important vocabulary for understanding Korean military culture and defense terminology.
Example Sentence
이것은 총검에 대한 예문입니다.
This is an example sentence about bayonet.
How to use 총검 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Bayonet” is 총검, romanized as Chonggeom.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
For 총 (Chong), it sounds like 'chong' in 'strong' but with a 'ch' sound instead of 'str'. It rhymes with 'song'. For 검 (Geom), it sounds like 'gum' but with a 'g' sound, similar to 'geum' in 'geum-sa' (gold). Pronounce both syllables clearly.
More Example Sentences
Recalling military training.
훈련소에서 총검술 훈련을 받았습니다.
I received bayonet training at the training center.
Explaining the function of a bayonet.
총검은 소총에 부착하여 근접 전투에 사용됩니다.
A bayonet is attached to a rifle and used for close-quarters combat.
Discussing historical war films.
옛날 전쟁 영화에서 총검 돌격 장면이 많이 나왔어요.
There were many bayonet charge scenes in old war movies.
Cultural Context
'총검술' (chonggeom-sul), meaning 'bayonet combat/training,' is a well-known part of basic military training for South Korean soldiers. Even though modern warfare relies less on bayonet charges, the training is still emphasized for discipline, close-quarters combat readiness, and historical tradition. It's a common topic of conversation among men who have completed their mandatory military service, often recalled with a mix of nostalgia and hardship.
Editorial note
We review entries like 총검 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
총검을 장착하다
to fix a bayonet
총검 돌격
bayonet charge
총검술 훈련
bayonet training
Related Expressions
총
chong
gun, rifle
칼
kal
knife, sword
총검술
chonggeom-sul
bayonet combat/training
무기
mugi
weapon
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