Korean Dictionary
How to say "Coin Collecting" in Korean
“Coin Collecting” in Korean is 동전 수집 (pronounced "Dongjeon Sujip").
동전 수집
Dongjeon Sujip
Usage & Context
Coin collecting is a hobby in Korea where enthusiasts gather coins from different eras and countries for their historical and artistic value.
Example Sentence
오래된 동전을 수집하는 것이 저의 취미예요.
Collecting old coins is my hobby.
How to use 동전 수집 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Coin Collecting” is 동전 수집, romanized as Dongjeon Sujip.
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Pronunciation Guide
For '동전' (Dongjeon), 'Dong' rhymes with 'song', and 'jeon' sounds like 'jun' in 'jungle'. For '수집' (Sujip), 'Su' sounds like 'soo' in 'soon', and 'jip' sounds like 'jeep' but with a soft 'j' and a short 'i', often with an unreleased 'p' at the end. The stress is fairly even across both words.
More Example Sentences
Talking about a long-standing personal interest.
어릴 때부터 동전 수집이 취미였어요.
Coin collecting has been my hobby since I was young.
Expressing enthusiasm for a specific aspect of the hobby.
희귀한 동전을 수집하는 건 정말 흥미로워요.
Collecting rare coins is truly fascinating.
Describing a family member's hobby.
아버지는 세계 각국의 동전을 수집하세요.
My father collects coins from various countries around the world.
Cultural Context
While perhaps not as widespread as some other hobbies, '동전 수집' (coin collecting) has a dedicated niche in Korea. Collectors often focus on historical Korean coins (like those from the Joseon Dynasty), commemorative coins, or foreign currency. It's seen as a hobby that combines history, economics, and art, appealing to those with a keen interest in cultural heritage and numismatics. There are online communities and specialized shops where collectors can trade and discuss their finds, often sharing stories behind each coin.
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Common Phrases
동전 수집 좋아하세요?
Do you like coin collecting?
이 동전은 가치가 있을까요?
Does this coin have value?
새로운 동전을 찾았어요.
I found a new coin.
Related Expressions
우표 수집
Upyo Sujip
Stamp collecting
수집가
Sujipga
Collector
희귀 동전
Huigwi Dongjeon
Rare coin
화폐
Hwapye
Currency, money
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