Korean Dictionary
How to say "Eyewitness Account" in Korean
“Eyewitness Account” in Korean is 목격자 진술 (pronounced "mokgyeokja jinsul").
목격자 진술
mokgyeokja jinsul
Usage & Context
An eyewitness account is firsthand testimony from someone who witnessed an event. Korean news broadcasts often include 목격자 진술 to provide direct accounts of breaking news events.
Example Sentence
사건 현장 목격자 진술이 기사에 인용됐다.
Eyewitness accounts from the scene were quoted in the article.
How to use 목격자 진술 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Eyewitness Account” is 목격자 진술, romanized as mokgyeokja jinsul.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
'목' (mok) is like 'mok' in 'mock'. '격' (gyeok) sounds like 'gyuk' in 'yuk' but with a 'g' sound at the beginning. '자' (ja) is like 'ja' in 'jargon'. '진' (jin) is like 'jin' in 'jinx'. '술' (sul) is like 'sool' in 'pool' but with an 's' sound, similar to 'sul' in 'soju'. Stress is relatively even.
More Example Sentences
Reporting on a police investigation.
경찰은 사건 당일 목격자 진술을 확보하기 위해 노력 중이다.
The police are trying to secure eyewitness accounts from the day of the incident.
Describing a breakthrough in a criminal investigation.
그의 목격자 진술은 사건 해결에 결정적인 단서가 되었다.
His eyewitness account became a crucial clue in solving the case.
Reporting on conflicting testimonies in a news story.
여러 목격자 진술이 서로 엇갈려 수사에 혼선을 주고 있다.
Several eyewitness accounts contradict each other, causing confusion in the investigation.
Cultural Context
'목격자 진술' is a formal term frequently heard in Korean news reports, crime dramas, and legal contexts. It underscores the critical role of direct testimony in investigations and legal proceedings. In K-dramas, especially thrillers, conflicting '목격자 진술' often serve as a key plot device, adding suspense and complexity to the storyline. It's less common in casual conversation unless discussing a specific incident with serious implications.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
목격자 진술 확보
Secure eyewitness accounts
목격자 진술에 따르면
According to eyewitness accounts
거짓 목격자 진술
False eyewitness account
Related Expressions
목격자
mokgyeokja
eyewitness
증언
jeungeon
testimony
진술하다
jinsulhada
to state, to testify
수사
susa
investigation
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