Korean Dictionary
How to say "Deadline" in Korean
“Deadline” in Korean is 마감일 (pronounced "Magamil").
마감일
Magamil
Usage & Context
Deadlines (마감일) are taken very seriously in Korean academic and professional culture. Missing a submission deadline often results in grade penalties or rejection. Korean students use planners, apps, and reminder systems to track multiple 마감일 across subjects and projects simultaneously. The phrase '마감이 코앞이에요' (The deadline is right around the corner) describes the universal panic of procrastinators.
Example Sentence
보고서 마감일이 내일이에요.
The report deadline is tomorrow.
How to use 마감일 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Deadline” is 마감일, romanized as Magamil.
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 마감일.
Pronunciation Guide
마감 (magam) sounds like 'mah-gahm,' with 'mah' like in 'mama' and 'gahm' like in 'gum' but with a slightly softer 'a'. 일 (il) sounds like 'eel' in 'feel.' Together: 'Mah-gahm-eel.'
More Example Sentences
Asking a colleague or teacher about a submission date.
보고서 마감일이 언제까지예요?
When is the deadline for the report?
A student or employee stressing about an impending deadline.
마감일이 코앞이라 밤샘 작업해야 할 것 같아요.
The deadline is right around the corner, so I think I'll have to work all night.
A manager emphasizing the importance of timely completion.
이번 프로젝트는 마감일을 꼭 지켜야 해요.
We must meet the deadline for this project.
Cultural Context
마감일 (deadline) is taken very seriously in Korean academic and professional culture. Missing a deadline can lead to significant penalties or negative impressions. The phrase '마감이 코앞이에요' (The deadline is right around the corner) is a common expression of urgency. Students and workers often use planners and apps to meticulously track multiple deadlines, reflecting the high-pressure environment.
Editorial note
We review entries like 마감일 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
마감일 지키다
To meet a deadline
마감일 연장
Deadline extension
마감일 놓치다
To miss a deadline
Related Expressions
제출일
jechul-il
Submission date
기한
gihan
Due date, time limit
최종일
choejong-il
Final day
마감 시간
magam sigan
Deadline time
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