Korean Dictionary
How to say "Field Day" in Korean
“Field Day” in Korean is 운동회 (pronounced "undong-hoe").
운동회
undong-hoe
Usage & Context
An annual sports event where students compete in various athletic competitions. Field day is a major school event in Korea. Classes compete against each other.
Example Sentence
운동회에서 우리 반이 우승했다.
Our class won at the field day.
How to use 운동회 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Field Day” is 운동회, romanized as undong-hoe.
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
운 (un) sounds like 'oon' in 'moon'. 동 (dong) sounds like 'dong' in 'song'. 회 (hoe) sounds like 'hweh' similar to 'way' but with a soft 'h' sound. Combine as 'oon-dong-hweh'. The 'ng' sound in 'dong' links smoothly to 'hoe'.
More Example Sentences
A student eagerly asking about an upcoming event.
올해 운동회는 언제예요?
When is this year's field day?
Describing a common tradition during the event.
운동회 날에는 다 같이 김밥을 먹어요.
On Field Day, everyone eats gimbap together.
Recalling a favorite game from the event.
운동회에서 줄다리기가 제일 재미있었어요.
Tug-of-war was the most fun at the field day.
Cultural Context
운동회 (undong-hoe) is a highly anticipated annual event in Korean schools, similar to a sports day or field day. It's a day of friendly competition where students, often divided by class or color teams, participate in various races and games like tug-of-war (줄다리기, juldarigi), relay races (계주, gyeju), and group jump rope. Parents often attend to cheer on their children, bringing packed lunches like gimbap. It's a vibrant occasion for school spirit and community bonding, frequently depicted in K-dramas as a highlight of school life.
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Common Phrases
운동회 날
Field Day (the day itself)
운동회를 하다
To hold/have a field day
운동회 준비
Field Day preparations
Related Expressions
체육대회
cheyukdaehoe
Sports festival/athletic meet
경기
gyeonggi
Game/match/competition
달리기
dalligi
Running/race
줄다리기
juldarigi
Tug-of-war
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