Korean Dictionary
How to say "Exclusive" in Korean
“Exclusive” in Korean is 단독 (pronounced "dandok").
단독
dandok
Usage & Context
An exclusive story is one that only one news outlet has. Korean media fiercely compete for 단독 stories, which signal journalistic achievement and boost viewership.
Example Sentence
그 신문이 단독으로 이 사건을 처음 보도했다.
That newspaper was the first to report this case exclusively.
How to use 단독 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Exclusive” is 단독, romanized as dandok.
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 단독.
Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, '단' (dan), sounds like 'dawn' but with a clear 'n' at the end. The second syllable, '독' (dok), sounds like 'dock' but with a sharper 'o' sound, almost like 'dohk'. The stress is fairly even across both syllables.
More Example Sentences
K-pop concert ticket sales
그 아이돌 그룹의 단독 콘서트 티켓은 1분 만에 매진되었다.
Tickets for that idol group's solo concert sold out in 1 minute.
Product development and technology
이번 신제품은 우리 회사 단독 기술로 개발되었습니다.
This new product was developed with our company's exclusive technology.
Personal travel plans
그녀는 단독으로 세계 일주 여행을 떠났다.
She left for a solo round-the-world trip.
Cultural Context
단독 (dandok) is a powerful word in Korean media, often seen in headlines like '단독 보도' (exclusive report), signaling a major scoop that only one outlet has. In K-pop, '단독 활동' refers to a group member's solo endeavors, like a solo album or concert, distinct from group activities. It emphasizes uniqueness and singular focus, whether in journalism, business, or personal pursuits.
Editorial note
We review entries like 단독 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
단독으로
exclusively, solely
단독 인터뷰
exclusive interview
단독 주택
detached house
Related Expressions
독점
dokjeom
monopoly, exclusive rights
단독 보도
dandok bodo
exclusive report
단독 활동
dandok hwaldong
solo activity
공동
gongdong
joint, shared (antonym)
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