Korean Dictionary
How to say "Endangered Plant" in Korean
“Endangered Plant” in Korean is 멸종위기 식물 (pronounced "myeoljongwigi singmul").
멸종위기 식물
myeoljongwigi singmul
Usage & Context
Endangered plants face risk of extinction due to habitat loss, climate change, and over-collection. Korea has designated many plant species as endangered and protected by law. Botanical gardens in Korea help conserve endangered plant species.
Example Sentence
멸종위기 식물을 보호하기 위해 노력해야 해요.
We need to strive to protect endangered plants.
How to use 멸종위기 식물 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Endangered Plant” is 멸종위기 식물, romanized as myeoljongwigi singmul.
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
멸종위기 (myeoljongwigi): 'Myeol' sounds like 'myul' in 'mule' but with an 'eo' vowel. 'Jong' sounds like 'jong' in 'strong'. 'Wi' sounds like 'wee'. 'Gi' sounds like 'gee' in 'geese'. 식물 (singmul): 'Sing' sounds like 'sing' in 'singer'. 'Mul' sounds like 'mool' in 'pool'.
More Example Sentences
Describing the mission of a botanical garden or research institution.
이 식물원은 멸종위기 식물 보존에 힘쓰고 있어요.
This botanical garden is striving for the preservation of endangered plants.
A warning or rule about protecting rare species.
멸종위기 식물을 무단으로 채취하면 안 돼요.
You shouldn't illegally collect endangered plants.
Discussing the impact of environmental changes on biodiversity.
기후 변화로 인해 더 많은 식물이 멸종위기 식물이 되고 있어요.
Due to climate change, more plants are becoming endangered plants.
Cultural Context
Korea has a rich, yet vulnerable, biodiversity. The concept of '멸종위기종' (myeoljongwigi-jong, endangered species) is well-understood, and there are national parks and botanical gardens dedicated to the research and conservation of these plants. Educational programs often highlight the importance of protecting Korea's unique flora, sometimes featuring specific rare flowers or trees native to the peninsula.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
멸종위기 식물을 보호하다
to protect endangered plants
멸종위기 식물 목록
list of endangered plants
멸종위기 식물 보존
conservation of endangered plants
Related Expressions
멸종위기 동물
myeoljongwigi dongmul
endangered animal
희귀 식물
huigwi singmul
rare plant
생물 다양성
saengmul dayangseong
biodiversity
자연 보호
jayeon boho
nature conservation
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