Korean Dictionary
How to say "Domestic Violence" in Korean
“Domestic Violence” in Korean is 가정 폭력 (pronounced "Gajeong pokhyeok").
가정 폭력
Gajeong pokhyeok
Usage & Context
Violence occurring within a family or household. South Korea has laws protecting victims of domestic violence.
Example Sentence
가정 폭력은 심각한 문제입니다.
Domestic violence is a serious issue.
How to use 가정 폭력 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Domestic Violence” is 가정 폭력, romanized as Gajeong pokhyeok.
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 가정 폭력.
Pronunciation Guide
For 가정 (gajeong), 'ga' sounds like "gah" and 'jeong' sounds like "jong" in "jongle." For 폭력 (pongnyeok), 'pong' sounds like "pong" in "ping-pong," and 'nyeok' sounds like "nyuck" (similar to "yuck" but with an 'n'). The stress is relatively even across the four syllables.
More Example Sentences
A public awareness message.
가정 폭력은 숨겨서는 안 되는 문제입니다.
Domestic violence is a problem that should not be hidden.
Providing information about support services.
피해자를 위한 가정 폭력 상담소가 있습니다.
There are domestic violence counseling centers for victims.
Discussing a TV show's theme.
그 드라마는 가정 폭력의 심각성을 다루고 있어요.
That drama deals with the seriousness of domestic violence.
Cultural Context
Historically, domestic violence was often considered a private family matter in Korea, but public awareness and legal protections have significantly increased in recent decades. There are now dedicated helplines and shelters for victims, and the government has implemented stricter laws. K-dramas and films increasingly portray the issue of '가정 폭력' to raise awareness and challenge traditional views, often showing the difficult process of victims seeking help.
Editorial note
We review entries like 가정 폭력 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
가정 폭력 피해자
Domestic violence victim
가정 폭력 예방
Domestic violence prevention
가정 폭력 상담
Domestic violence counseling
Related Expressions
아동 학대
adong hakdae
Child abuse
데이트 폭력
deiteu pongnyeok
Dating violence
가족 문제
gajok munje
Family problem (broader)
학대
hakdae
Abuse (general term)
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