Korean Dictionary
How to say "Constitutional Court" in Korean
“Constitutional Court” in Korean is 헌법재판소 (pronounced "Heonbeop jaepanso").
헌법재판소
Heonbeop jaepanso
Usage & Context
A court that reviews whether laws are constitutional. The Constitutional Court of South Korea has the power to strike down unconstitutional laws.
Example Sentence
헌법재판소는 법의 합헌성을 검토합니다.
The Constitutional Court reviews the constitutionality of laws.
How to use 헌법재판소 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Constitutional Court” is 헌법재판소, romanized as Heonbeop jaepanso.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
헌법 (heonbeop): 'Heon' sounds like 'hun' in 'hunt'. 'Beop' sounds like 'bop' but ends with a soft 'p' sound. 재판소 (jaepanso): 'Jae' sounds like 'jay'. 'Pan' sounds like 'pawn'. 'So' sounds like 'so'. The 'p' from 헌법 is very subtle before 재판소.
More Example Sentences
News report on a constitutional challenge to a law.
헌법재판소는 해당 법률이 헌법에 위배된다고 결정했습니다.
The Constitutional Court ruled that the law violates the constitution.
Political commentary on the separation of powers.
국회는 헌법재판소의 결정을 존중해야 합니다.
The National Assembly must respect the Constitutional Court's decision.
Explaining the court's function in a civics lesson or discussion.
헌법재판소는 국민의 기본권을 보호하는 중요한 역할을 합니다.
The Constitutional Court plays a crucial role in protecting citizens' fundamental rights.
Cultural Context
The Constitutional Court (헌법재판소) is a powerful and independent judicial body in South Korea, separate from the general court system. It reviews the constitutionality of laws, handles impeachment cases (e.g., presidential impeachment), and resolves disputes between government branches. Its decisions often have profound societal and political impacts and are widely covered in K-news.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
헌법재판소장
President of the Constitutional Court
헌법재판소 결정
Constitutional Court decision
헌법소원
constitutional petition
Related Expressions
헌법
heonbeop
constitution
위헌
wiheon
unconstitutional
합헌
hapheon
constitutional
탄핵
tanhaek
impeachment
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