Korean Dictionary
How to say "Bishop" in Korean
“Bishop” in Korean is 주교 (pronounced "Jugyo").
주교
Jugyo
Usage & Context
A bishop is a senior Christian clergy member who oversees a diocese. Korean bishops hold important positions in the Catholic and Protestant churches.
Example Sentence
주교는 교구를 관할합니다.
The bishop oversees the diocese.
How to use 주교 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Bishop” is 주교, romanized as Jugyo.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, '주' (ju), sounds like 'joo' in 'juice'. The second syllable, '교' (gyo), sounds like 'gyo' in 'gyoza' or 'geo' in 'geography' with a 'y' sound. Combine them for 'joo-gyoh', with fairly even stress.
Formal & Casual Forms
Formal (존댓말)
주교님
jugyonim
Adding '-님' (nim) is the standard polite address and reference for a bishop.
More Example Sentences
Describing a bishop's administrative role.
주교님은 교구의 모든 성당을 관할하십니다.
The bishop oversees all churches in the diocese.
Announcing an event for a new bishop.
새로운 주교님께서 부임하셔서 환영 미사가 열렸습니다.
A welcome Mass was held as the new bishop took office.
Receiving a blessing from a high-ranking clergy.
주교님께서 저희에게 축복을 내려주셨습니다.
The bishop bestowed blessings upon us.
Cultural Context
주교 (Jugyo) refers to a bishop in both Catholic and some Protestant denominations (e.g., Anglican, Methodist) in Korea. As a high-ranking clergy member, '주교님' is always used with the honorific '-님' when addressing or referring to them, signifying immense respect. Bishops play crucial roles in church administration and spiritual leadership, often presiding over significant religious ceremonies and events. Their presence commands great reverence within their respective communities.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
주교님께 보고드리다
To report to the bishop
주교님 서품식
Bishop's ordination ceremony
주교님 말씀
The bishop's words/message
Related Expressions
대주교
daejugyo
Archbishop (higher rank than bishop)
추기경
chugyeong
Cardinal (highest rank below the Pope in Catholicism)
교구
gyogu
Diocese (bishop's administrative area)
교황
gyohwang
Pope (head of the Catholic Church)
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