Korean Dictionary
How to say "Dog Obedience" in Korean
“Dog Obedience” in Korean is 복종 훈련 (pronounced "bokjong hullyeon").
복종 훈련
bokjong hullyeon
Usage & Context
Training that teaches dogs to respond to commands like sit, stay, and come. Obedience training improves the relationship between owner and dog and is essential for safe public interactions.
Example Sentence
복종 훈련을 받은 강아지는 더 안전해요.
A dog that has received obedience training is safer.
How to use 복종 훈련 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Dog Obedience” is 복종 훈련, romanized as bokjong hullyeon.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
For '복종' (bokjong), say 'bok' like 'bock' in 'bock beer' and 'jong' like 'jong' in 'jongleur'. For '훈련' (hullyeon), say 'hul' like 'hull' of a ship and 'lyeon' like 'lyeon' in 'million' but with a clear 'l' sound. The stress is fairly even across syllables.
More Example Sentences
Praising a well-trained pet.
우리 강아지는 복종 훈련을 받아서 아주 착해요.
Our dog is very well-behaved because it received obedience training.
Suggesting professional help for a pet.
전문가에게 복종 훈련을 맡기는 게 좋을 것 같아요.
It might be good to entrust obedience training to a professional.
Explaining the benefits of training.
복종 훈련은 강아지와 보호자의 유대감을 높여줘요.
Obedience training enhances the bond between the dog and its guardian.
Cultural Context
With the rise of pet ownership in urban areas, dog obedience training has become increasingly popular in Korea. Many pet owners seek professional trainers, often inspired by popular TV shows featuring dog behaviorists like Kang Hyung-wook. Well-trained dogs are highly valued, especially in apartment living and public spaces, as it reflects responsible pet guardianship and contributes to a harmonious community.
Editorial note
We review entries like 복종 훈련 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
훈련시키다
To train (a pet)
복종하다
To obey
훈련사
Trainer (e.g., dog trainer)
Related Expressions
강아지 훈련
gangaji hullyeon
Dog training
예절 교육
yejeol gyoyuk
Etiquette training (for pets)
사회화 훈련
sahoehwa hullyeon
Socialization training
행동 교정
haengdong gyojeong
Behavior correction
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