Korean Dictionary
How to say "Ecology" in Korean
“Ecology” in Korean is 생태학 (pronounced "saengtaehak").
생태학
saengtaehak
Usage & Context
Ecology is the scientific study of relationships between organisms and their environment. Korean universities offer ecology departments studying Korean and global ecosystems. Ecological research informs conservation policy in Korea.
Example Sentence
생태학을 공부하면 자연을 더 잘 이해할 수 있어요.
Studying ecology helps you understand nature better.
How to use 생태학 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Ecology” is 생태학, romanized as saengtaehak.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The word '생태학' (saengtaehak) is pronounced 'sang-tay-hak.' 'Saeng' is like 'sang' in 'sang,' 'tae' is like 'tay' in 'stay,' and 'hak' is like 'hak' in 'hack.'
More Example Sentences
Talking about someone's academic background.
그는 대학에서 생태학을 전공했어요.
He majored in ecology at university.
Discussing the importance of research.
생태학 연구는 환경 보전에 필수적입니다.
Ecological research is essential for environmental conservation.
Describing a research project.
이 지역의 생태학적 특성을 조사하고 있어요.
We are investigating the ecological characteristics of this area.
Cultural Context
Ecology (생태학) is a growing field of study in Korea, especially given the country's unique biodiversity and environmental challenges. Universities offer specialized programs, and research often focuses on preserving specific Korean ecosystems, such as the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone), which has become an accidental wildlife sanctuary, or various wetlands. Public awareness of '생태학' is increasing, driven by concerns about climate change and the importance of sustainable development.
Editorial note
We review entries like 생태학 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
생태학적 관점.
Ecological perspective.
생태학 연구소.
Ecology research institute.
생태학적 균형.
Ecological balance.
Related Expressions
생태계
saengtaegye
ecosystem
환경 과학
hwangyeong gwahak
environmental science
생물학
saengmulhak
biology
보존
bojon
conservation
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