Korean Dictionary
How to say "Civil Law" in Korean
“Civil Law” in Korean is 민법 (pronounced "Minbeop").
민법
Minbeop
Usage & Context
Laws dealing with disputes between individuals and organizations. Civil law in South Korea covers contracts, property, and family matters.
Example Sentence
민법은 개인 분쟁을 다룹니다.
Civil law deals with personal disputes.
How to use 민법 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Civil Law” is 민법, romanized as Minbeop.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
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 민법.
Pronunciation Guide
"Min-beop" is pronounced like "min" (as in 'mint') followed by "beop" (like 'bop' a head). The final 'p' sound in 'beop' is a soft, unreleased 'p' at the end of the syllable.
More Example Sentences
Explaining the scope of civil law in a legal studies class.
민법은 재산권, 계약 등 개인 간의 관계를 규율합니다.
Civil law regulates relationships between individuals, such as property rights and contracts.
Discussing a dispute with a legal consultant.
이 문제는 민법상으로 해결해야 할 것 같아요.
This issue seems like it needs to be resolved under civil law.
Introducing a student at a university gathering.
그는 민법을 전공하는 법대생입니다.
He is a law student majoring in civil law.
Cultural Context
'민법' is a foundational pillar of the Korean legal system, much like in many civil law countries. It governs everyday interactions, from buying and selling goods to marriage and inheritance. While the term itself is academic, its principles are deeply embedded in how Koreans handle personal and business affairs, often leading to a preference for written contracts and clear agreements.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
민법 조항
Civil law provision/article
민법상
Under civil law, according to civil law
민법 소송
Civil lawsuit
Related Expressions
형법
Hyeongbeop
Criminal law (antonym)
상법
Sangbeop
Commercial law (related branch)
가족법
Gajokbeop
Family law (a part of civil law)
계약법
Gyeyakbeop
Contract law (a part of civil law)
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