Korean Dictionary
How to say "Evacuation" in Korean
“Evacuation” in Korean is 대피 (pronounced "daepi").
대피
daepi
Usage & Context
The process of leaving an area due to danger. Evacuations are ordered during severe weather in Korea. Important for public safety.
Example Sentence
대피 명령이 내려졌어요.
An evacuation order has been issued.
How to use 대피 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Evacuation” is 대피, romanized as daepi.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
대 (dae) sounds like 'day' in 'daylight'. 피 (pi) sounds like 'pee' in 'peek'. The stress is even.
More Example Sentences
Public safety announcement in a building.
화재 발생 시 즉시 대피하세요!
In case of fire, evacuate immediately!
News report about a disaster.
주민들은 안전한 곳으로 대피했습니다.
Residents evacuated to a safe place.
Personal conversation about a potential disaster.
이번 태풍 때문에 대피해야 할 수도 있어요.
We might have to evacuate because of this typhoon.
Cultural Context
In Korea, disaster preparedness is emphasized due to natural disasters like typhoons, heavy rains, and occasional earthquakes. Emergency services and local governments are well-organized for evacuations, often using community centers or schools as temporary shelters. Emergency text messages (재난 문자) are a primary tool for informing the public about the need for 대피.
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Common Phrases
대피하세요
Please evacuate
대피 명령
Evacuation order
대피 훈련
Evacuation drill
Related Expressions
피난
pinan
Refuge/Evacuation (often implies seeking refuge from war or long-term disaster)
대피하다
daepihada
To evacuate (verb form)
대피 명령
daepi myeongnyeong
Evacuation order
안전
anjeon
Safety
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