Korean Dictionary
How to say "Exorcism" in Korean
“Exorcism” in Korean is 축귀 (pronounced "Chukgwi").
축귀
Chukgwi
Usage & Context
Exorcism is the practice of removing evil spirits. In Korean shamanism and folk religion, exorcism is performed to protect people from harmful spirits.
Example Sentence
축귀 의식을 합니다.
We perform exorcism.
How to use 축귀 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Exorcism” is 축귀, romanized as Chukgwi.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
축 (chuk) sounds like 'chook' as in 'book' but with a 'ch' sound. 귀 (gwi) sounds like 'gwee' as in 'sweet' but with a 'g'. Combine them: 'Chook-gwee'.
More Example Sentences
Discussing a horror movie.
영화에서 악령을 쫓아내는 축귀 장면이 너무 무서웠어요.
The exorcism scene in the movie, where they chased away evil spirits, was so scary.
Learning about historical practices.
옛날에는 병을 고치기 위해 축귀 의식을 하기도 했대요.
They say that in the past, exorcism rituals were sometimes performed to cure illnesses.
Hearing a rumor or superstition about a place.
그 집에는 안 좋은 기운이 많아서 축귀가 필요하다고 하더라고요.
They said that house had a lot of bad energy, so an exorcism was needed.
Cultural Context
In Korea, '축귀' is often associated with the '굿' (gut) rituals performed by a '무당' (mudang, shaman). It's not solely about demonic possession like in some Western contexts, but also about warding off bad luck, illness, or spirits causing misfortune. While less common in modern urban life, it's still practiced in certain communities or by individuals seeking traditional remedies for spiritual disturbances, and can be seen in historical dramas or folk tales.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
축귀 의식을 하다
To perform an exorcism ritual
악령을 축귀하다
To exorcise an evil spirit
축귀 전문가
Exorcism expert (often used in fiction)
Related Expressions
굿
gut
Shamanic ritual (often includes exorcism)
퇴마
toema
Exorcism (more general, often used in fiction)
악령
akryeong
Evil spirit
귀신
gwisin
Ghost/spirit
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