Korean Dictionary
How to say "Family meeting" in Korean
“Family meeting” in Korean is 가족 회의 (pronounced "Gajok hoeuui").
가족 회의
Gajok hoeuui
Usage & Context
A gathering where family members discuss issues and make decisions. Some Korean families hold family meetings to improve communication.
Example Sentence
우리는 매주 가족 회의를 합니다.
We have a family meeting every week.
How to use 가족 회의 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Family meeting” is 가족 회의, romanized as Gajok hoeuui.
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 가족 회의.
Pronunciation Guide
가족 (Gajok) is 'gah-joke'. 회의 (hoeui) is a bit tricky; it sounds like 'hway-ee' or 'hway-wee'. So, 'Gah-joke hway-ee'.
More Example Sentences
Initiating a discussion for a significant matter.
중요한 결정을 위해 가족 회의를 소집했어요.
We called a family meeting for an important decision.
Announcing a decision made collectively.
가족 회의에서 다음 주말 계획을 정하기로 했어요.
We decided on next weekend's plans at the family meeting.
Describing a regular family practice.
우리 집은 매달 한 번씩 가족 회의를 열어요.
Our family holds a family meeting once a month.
Cultural Context
While not a universal tradition, '가족 회의' is becoming more common in modern Korean families, especially among younger generations of parents. It reflects a shift towards more democratic parenting styles, where children's opinions are valued, and decisions are made collaboratively rather than solely by the parents. This practice aims to foster open communication and mutual respect within the family.
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Common Phrases
가족 회의를 하다
To have a family meeting
가족 회의를 열다
To hold a family meeting
가족 회의 안건
Family meeting agenda
Related Expressions
가족 모임
gajok moim
Family gathering
가족 대화
gajok daehwa
Family conversation
회의
hoeui
Meeting (general)
토론
toron
Discussion / debate
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