Korean Dictionary
How to say "Champion" in Korean
“Champion” in Korean is 우승자 (pronounced "useungja").
우승자
useungja
Usage & Context
A champion is the winner of a competition or tournament. Becoming a champion is the ultimate goal for many athletes.
Example Sentence
우승자가 되고 싶어요.
I want to become a champion.
How to use 우승자 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Champion” is 우승자, romanized as useungja.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
"우승자" is pronounced "oo-seung-ja." '우' (u) is like the 'oo' in "moon." '승' (seung) sounds like "sung" in "song," but with a slightly tighter 'eu' vowel sound, similar to the 'u' in "but" but with lips more rounded. '자' (ja) is like the 'ja' in "jar."
More Example Sentences
Speculating about the winner before a competition ends.
이번 대회 우승자는 누구일까요?
Who will be the champion of this competition?
Recalling a past winner in a conversation.
그는 작년 대회 우승자였어요.
He was last year's competition champion.
Describing the atmosphere at an awards ceremony.
모두 우승자를 향해 박수를 보냈어요.
Everyone applauded for the champion.
Cultural Context
"우승자" specifically means the 'champion' or 'winner' of a competition, tournament, or league. The word "우승" (useung) means 'victory' or 'championship,' and the suffix "-자" (-ja) means 'person.' The pursuit of "우승" is a major theme in Korean sports and entertainment, from professional leagues to idol survival shows. The moment a "우승자" is crowned is often highly emotional and celebrated, reflecting the deep value placed on achievement.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
대회 우승자
competition champion
최종 우승자
final champion
우승자가 되다
to become a champion
Related Expressions
승리자
seungnija
victor, winner (general term)
패배자
paebaeja
loser (antonym)
준우승자
jun-useungja
runner-up (second place)
챔피언
chaempieon
champion (loanword, often used interchangeably)
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