Korean Dictionary
How to say "Bill" in Korean
“Bill” in Korean is 법안 (pronounced "Beop-an").
법안
Beop-an
Usage & Context
A proposed law presented to parliament for consideration. Bills are debated and voted on before becoming law in South Korea.
Example Sentence
새로운 법안이 국회에 제출되었습니다.
A new bill was submitted to the National Assembly.
How to use 법안 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Bill” is 법안, romanized as Beop-an.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
'법안' (Beop-an) sounds like 'bop-ahn'. '법' (beop) rhymes with 'pop' but with a soft, unreleased 'p' sound at the end. '안' (an) sounds like 'ahn' in 'father' but shorter. The two syllables are pronounced distinctly.
More Example Sentences
Describing a controversial legislative proposal.
그 법안은 국회에서 격렬한 논쟁을 불러일으켰습니다.
That bill sparked fierce debate in the National Assembly.
Discussing upcoming legislative initiatives.
새로운 경제 법안이 곧 발의될 예정입니다.
A new economic bill is expected to be proposed soon.
Emphasizing the importance of public input in lawmaking.
시민들의 의견이 법안에 반영되어야 합니다.
Citizens' opinions should be reflected in the bill.
Cultural Context
'법안' is a crucial term in Korean politics, frequently appearing in news reports and political discussions. It refers to a proposed law before it is passed. The journey of a '법안' from proposal to enactment can be long and contentious, often involving public protests, media scrutiny, and intense debates among political parties in the National Assembly.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
법안 통과
passage of a bill
법안 발의
proposal of a bill
법안 심사
review of a bill
Related Expressions
법률
beomnyul
Law (after it's passed)
조례
jorye
Ordinance (local law)
안건
angeon
Agenda item, proposal
발의
barui
Proposal (of a bill)
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