Korean Dictionary
How to say "Constitution" in Korean
“Constitution” in Korean is 헌법 (pronounced "Heonbeop").
헌법
Heonbeop
Usage & Context
The supreme law of South Korea that establishes the framework of government. Koreans learn about the Constitution in school and it is fundamental to understanding Korean governance.
Example Sentence
대한민국 헌법은 1948년에 제정되었습니다.
The Constitution of South Korea was established in 1948.
How to use 헌법 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Constitution” is 헌법, romanized as Heonbeop.
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
헌 (Heon) sounds like 'hun' in 'hunt' or 'fun' but with an 'h' sound. 법 (beop) sounds like 'bop' in 'bop music' or 'pop' but with a 'b' sound, and the final 'p' is unreleased. The 'n' in '헌' flows smoothly into the 'b' of '법'.
More Example Sentences
Explaining a fundamental legal principle.
헌법은 국민의 기본권을 보장합니다.
The Constitution guarantees the basic rights of citizens.
Describing the role of a government body.
헌법 재판소는 헌법의 해석과 적용을 담당해요.
The Constitutional Court is responsible for interpreting and applying the Constitution.
Referring to an educational topic.
학생들은 사회 시간에 헌법에 대해 배웠습니다.
Students learned about the Constitution in social studies class.
Cultural Context
The '대한민국 헌법' (Constitution of the Republic of Korea) is the supreme law of the land, established in 1948. It's a cornerstone of South Korean democracy and frequently referenced in political discussions, especially regarding human rights or governmental powers. The Constitutional Court (헌법재판소) holds significant power, often making decisions that impact major social and political issues.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
헌법 개정
Constitutional amendment
헌법 정신
Spirit of the Constitution
헌법 수호
Upholding the Constitution
Related Expressions
법률
Beomnyul
Law (general)
국민
Gungmin
Citizen, people
권리
Gwonri
Right (legal)
민주주의
Minjujuui
Democracy
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