Korean Dictionary
How to say "Gospel" in Korean
“Gospel” in Korean is 복음 (pronounced "Bogeum").
복음
Bogeum
Usage & Context
Gospel refers to the teachings of Jesus in Christianity. Korean Christians study the gospel as the foundation of their faith.
Example Sentence
복음을 전합니다.
We preach the gospel.
How to use 복음 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Gospel” is 복음, romanized as Bogeum.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
'복음' (Bogeum) is pronounced as 'boh' (like 'boat' without the 't') followed by 'geum' (like 'goom' but with a softer 'g' and 'oo' as in 'book'). The 'eu' sound is a short 'uh' sound, similar to the 'u' in 'put'.
More Example Sentences
Discussing missionary work.
그 선교사는 아프리카에서 복음을 전하고 있습니다.
That missionary is preaching the gospel in Africa.
Explaining the essence of the gospel.
복음은 모든 사람에게 희망을 주는 메시지입니다.
The gospel is a message that gives hope to everyone.
Sharing a personal transformation story.
그는 복음의 진리를 깨닫고 삶이 변화되었습니다.
He realized the truth of the gospel and his life changed.
Cultural Context
'복음' is a core term in Korean Christianity, referring to the good news of Jesus Christ. Korea has a significant Christian population, and evangelism (전도, jeondo) is a prominent aspect of many churches. You'll often hear '복음' in sermons, Christian media, and discussions among believers. It's deeply intertwined with the identity and mission of Korean churches.
Editorial note
We review entries like 복음 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
복음을 전하다
to preach the gospel
복음의 말씀
the word of the gospel
복음 성가
gospel song
Related Expressions
성경
seonggyeong
Bible
말씀
malsseum
word (of God)
전도
jeondo
evangelism, missionary work
기독교
gidokgyo
Christianity
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