Korean Dictionary
How to say "Funeral rites" in Korean
“Funeral rites” in Korean is 장례식 (pronounced "Jangreyesik").
장례식
Jangreyesik
Usage & Context
Funeral rites are ceremonies honoring the deceased. Korean funeral rites blend Buddhist, Christian, and traditional practices.
Example Sentence
장례식에 참석했습니다.
I attended the funeral.
How to use 장례식 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Funeral rites” is 장례식, romanized as Jangreyesik.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
장 (Jang) sounds like 'jang' in 'jangly'. 례 (rye) sounds like 'rye' as in the grain. 식 (sik) sounds like 'sick'. Together: 'Jang-rye-sik'.
More Example Sentences
Informing a family member or friend.
할머니 장례식에 다녀왔어요.
I went to my grandmother's funeral.
Giving advice on funeral etiquette.
장례식 복장은 검은색이 기본이에요.
Black attire is standard for funerals.
Describing a common practice of keeping vigil.
장례식장에서 밤을 새웠습니다.
I stayed up all night at the funeral home.
Cultural Context
Korean funerals (장례식) are significant family events, often lasting three days (삼일장 - samiljang). Mourners typically wear black or somber colors. It's customary to offer condolences (조의금 - joieui-geum, a cash gift) and bow to the deceased's portrait and to the bereaved family. The atmosphere is solemn, but also a time for family and friends to gather and support each other, often held in specialized funeral halls (장례식장 - jangnye-sikjang).
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
장례식에 참석하다
To attend a funeral
장례식을 치르다
To hold/conduct a funeral
삼가 고인의 명복을 빕니다
May the deceased rest in peace (formal condolence phrase)
Related Expressions
조문
Jomun
Condolence visit
상주
Sangju
Chief mourner
영정
Yeongjeong
Portrait of the deceased
추모
Chumo
Remembrance, commemoration
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