Korean Dictionary
How to say "Bond" in Korean
“Bond” in Korean is 유대 (pronounced "yudae").
유대
yudae
Usage & Context
A strong connection or relationship between people. Bonds are central to Korean family and social structures.
Example Sentence
우리의 유대는 강해.
Our bond is strong.
How to use 유대 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Bond” is 유대, romanized as yudae.
Usage tip
Relationship words can sound too direct if the social context is wrong. Check the age, closeness, and formality before using it.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 유대.
Pronunciation Guide
유 (yu) sounds like 'yoo' as in 'you'. 대 (dae) sounds like 'dae' as in 'day'. Put it together: 'Yoo-dae'. The stress is fairly even.
More Example Sentences
Emphasizing the importance of family connections.
가족 간의 유대는 무엇보다 소중하다.
The bond between family members is more precious than anything.
Describing a bond built through shared experiences.
오랜 시간 함께하며 우리는 강한 유대를 형성했다.
Spending a long time together, we formed a strong bond.
Highlighting the role of team cohesion in success.
팀원들 간의 유대가 좋아서 프로젝트가 성공적이었다.
The project was successful because of the good bond among team members.
Cultural Context
'유대' (yudae) is a deeply significant concept in Korean society, reflecting the strong emphasis on collective identity and group harmony. It extends beyond family to school alumni (동문회, dongmunhoe), workplaces, and various social groups. This sense of 'we-ness' (우리, uri) fosters mutual support and responsibility, often leading to lifelong connections that are highly valued and maintained.
Editorial note
We check relationship words like 유대 against age, closeness, and politeness rules, because a literal English match often misses the social meaning.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
유대를 강화하다
To strengthen a bond
유대감을 느끼다
To feel a sense of bond/connection
유대가 깊다
To have a deep bond
Related Expressions
결속
gyeolsok
Solidarity, unity
연대
yeondae
Solidarity, alliance
관계
gwangye
Relationship
단절
danjeol
Severance, disconnection (antonym)
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