Korean Dictionary
How to say "Correction" in Korean
“Correction” in Korean is 정정 보도 (pronounced "jeongjong bodo").
정정 보도
jeongjong bodo
Usage & Context
A correction is a public acknowledgment that a previously published story contained an error. Korean media outlets publish corrections to maintain credibility and public trust.
Example Sentence
신문은 잘못된 기사에 대해 정정 보도를 냈다.
The newspaper published a correction for an erroneous article.
How to use 정정 보도 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Correction” is 정정 보도, romanized as jeongjong bodo.
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 정정 보도.
Pronunciation Guide
정 (jeong) sounds like 'jung' in 'jungle' but with a slightly more open 'eo' vowel. 보 (bo) is like 'boh' in 'boat' but shorter. 도 (do) is like 'doh' in 'dough' but shorter. The stress is fairly even.
More Example Sentences
A public relations team addressing a mistake.
오보에 대한 정정 보도를 요청했습니다.
We requested a correction for the erroneous report.
Reporting on media accountability.
그 방송사는 어제 뉴스에 대해 정정 보도를 내보냈다.
That broadcasting company aired a correction for yesterday's news.
Discussing an ongoing public debate.
정정 보도 후에도 논란은 계속되었다.
The controversy continued even after the correction.
Cultural Context
'정정 보도' is a formal term used in media and legal contexts, not typically in casual conversation. Korean media outlets are legally and ethically obligated to issue '정정 보도' when factual errors are found, especially after a formal request or a court ruling. The act of issuing a correction is seen as a crucial step in maintaining public trust and journalistic integrity, though it can sometimes be a contentious process.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
정정 보도를 내다
To publish/issue a correction
정정 보도를 요구하다
To demand a correction
정정 보도문
Correction statement
Related Expressions
오보
obo
Erroneous report, false report
사과문
sagwamun
Apology letter/statement
해명
haemyeong
Explanation, clarification
정정하다
jeongjeonghada
To correct, to rectify
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