Korean Dictionary
How to say "Goat" in Korean
“Goat” in Korean is 염소 (pronounced "yeomso").
염소
yeomso
Usage & Context
A farm animal known for its agility and climbing ability. Goats are raised in Korea for milk and meat production. They are hardy animals that can adapt to various environments.
Example Sentence
염소가 산을 올라가요.
The goat climbs the mountain.
How to use 염소 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Goat” is 염소, romanized as yeomso.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
"염소" (yeomso) is pronounced "yeom-so." The "yeom" part sounds like "yum" with an 'o' sound at the end, similar to "yummy-o." The 'so' is like the "so" in "so-so."
More Example Sentences
Talking about animal diets or characteristics.
염소는 풀을 아주 좋아해요.
Goats really like grass.
Discussing health benefits or dietary alternatives.
염소젖은 우유보다 소화가 잘 돼요.
Goat's milk is easier to digest than cow's milk.
Describing a nature sighting during a hike.
산에서 염소 가족을 봤어요.
I saw a family of goats in the mountains.
Cultural Context
Goats (염소) are known for their hardiness and ability to thrive in mountainous regions. In Korea, goat meat (염소고기) is considered a healthy and nutritious food, often consumed in stews or soups, especially during warmer months, believed to boost stamina. Goat's milk is also gaining popularity as an alternative to cow's milk.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
염소처럼 산을 타다
To climb mountains like a goat (very agile)
염소 뿔도 녹는다
Even a goat's horn melts (meaning something is very hot or difficult)
염소 울음소리
Goat's bleating sound
Related Expressions
염소고기
yeomsogogi
goat meat
염소젖
yeomsojeot
goat's milk
산염소
sanyeomso
mountain goat
흑염소
heugyeomso
black goat (often associated with health foods)
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