Korean Dictionary
How to say "Hacking" in Korean
“Hacking” in Korean is 해킹 (pronounced "haeking").
해킹
haeking
Usage & Context
Unauthorized access to computer systems. Hacking is a serious concern in Korea and the government has strict laws against it.
Example Sentence
해킹 사건이 있었어요.
There was a hacking incident.
How to use 해킹 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Hacking” is 해킹, romanized as haeking.
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 해킹.
Pronunciation Guide
The word "해킹" is pronounced "hae-king." "Hae" sounds like "hey" or the first syllable of "hair." "King" is pronounced just like the English word "king." The stress is fairly even on both syllables.
More Example Sentences
Reporting on a business incident or news story.
그 회사는 해킹으로 큰 피해를 입었어요.
That company suffered significant damage from hacking.
Explaining the cause of a data breach or privacy issue.
개인 정보 유출은 해킹 때문에 발생했어요.
The personal information leak occurred due to hacking.
A warning or legal statement about cybercrime.
해킹을 시도하는 것은 불법입니다.
Attempting to hack is illegal.
Cultural Context
Hacking is taken very seriously in Korea, with strict laws and public awareness campaigns against it. Major hacking incidents, especially those targeting financial institutions, government websites, or online gaming platforms, often make national headlines and lead to widespread public concern. The term "해킹" is commonly used in news, tech discussions, and even in K-dramas where cybercrime plots are sometimes featured, highlighting its relevance in modern Korean society.
Editorial note
We review entries like 해킹 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
해킹 당하다
To get hacked
해킹 사건
Hacking incident
해킹 방지
Hacking prevention
Related Expressions
정보 유출
jeongbo yuchul
Information leak
사이버 공격
saiber gonggyeok
Cyber attack
악성 코드
akseong kodeu
Malicious code (malware)
보안 취약점
boan chwiyakjeom
Security vulnerability
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