Korean Dictionary
How to say "Exhibition opening" in Korean
“Exhibition opening” in Korean is 전시 개막 (pronounced "Jeonsi gaemak").
전시 개막
Jeonsi gaemak
Usage & Context
The opening event of an art exhibition. Important social and cultural event in Korean art world.
Example Sentence
전시 개막식에 참석했습니다.
I attended the exhibition opening.
How to use 전시 개막 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Exhibition opening” is 전시 개막, romanized as Jeonsi gaemak.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce '전' (jeon) like 'john', '시' (si) like 'she'. Then '개' (gae) like 'gay', and '막' (mak) like 'mock'. The emphasis is on '전시' and '개막' as two distinct parts.
More Example Sentences
Informing someone about an upcoming social event.
이번 주말에 친구 그림 전시 개막식이 있어요.
There's an opening ceremony for my friend's art exhibition this weekend.
Discussing the planning and effort involved in organizing an event.
전시 개막 전에는 준비할 게 많아요.
There's a lot to prepare before an exhibition opening.
Describing a popular and well-attended social gathering.
그 갤러리 전시 개막 파티는 항상 사람이 많아요.
The exhibition opening party at that gallery always has a lot of people.
Cultural Context
전시 개막 (jeonsi gaemak) often implies '전시 개막식' (jeonsi gaemaksik), meaning 'exhibition opening ceremony'. These events are significant in the Korean art scene, serving as important social gatherings for artists, curators, collectors, and art enthusiasts. They are opportunities for networking and celebrating new artistic endeavors.
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Common Phrases
전시 개막에 가다
to go to an exhibition opening
전시 개막을 알리다
to announce an exhibition opening
전시 개막 준비
exhibition opening preparation
Related Expressions
전시회
jeonsihoe
exhibition, art show
개막식
gaemaksik
opening ceremony
폐막식
pyemaksik
closing ceremony
오프닝 리셉션
opeuning riseption
opening reception (loanword)
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