Korean Dictionary
How to say "Happy Ending" in Korean
“Happy Ending” in Korean is 행복한 결말 (pronounced "haengbokhan gyeolmal").
행복한 결말
haengbokhan gyeolmal
Usage & Context
An ending where the main characters achieve their happiness, typically through romantic union. Most K-dramas aim for happy endings to satisfy viewers. These endings provide emotional satisfaction.
Example Sentence
행복한 결말이었어!
It was a happy ending!
How to use 행복한 결말 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Happy Ending” is 행복한 결말, romanized as haengbokhan gyeolmal.
Usage tip
Drama lines are memorable, but some expressions are emotional or exaggerated compared with everyday Korean.
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 행복한 결말.
Pronunciation Guide
행복한 (haengbokhan) sounds like "heng-bok-han." "Heng" rhymes with "hang." "Bok" is like "poke" but with a 'b' sound. "Han" rhymes with "hon" in "honey." 결말 (gyeolmal) sounds like "gyol-mal." "Gyol" is similar to "goal" but with a 'y' sound before 'o'. "Mal" rhymes with "pal." The stress is fairly even across the phrase.
More Example Sentences
Expressing satisfaction with a drama's outcome.
이 드라마는 주인공들이 행복한 결말을 맞아서 다행이야.
It's a relief that the main characters in this drama got a happy ending.
Hoping for a positive outcome after previous disappointments.
제발 이번엔 행복한 결말을 보고 싶어.
Please, I really want to see a happy ending this time.
Reflecting on a personal situation that didn't turn out as hoped.
동화처럼 행복한 결말을 꿈꿨지만 현실은 달랐어.
I dreamed of a happy ending like in a fairy tale, but reality was different.
Cultural Context
"행복한 결말" is often the most desired outcome for K-drama viewers, especially in romantic comedies, providing a sense of satisfaction and closure. The anticipation of a happy ending keeps viewers hooked, and deviations from this expectation can sometimes lead to strong reactions from fans. This term is frequently used in discussions about K-dramas, movies, and even real-life relationships, reflecting a general preference for positive and satisfying conclusions.
Editorial note
We review drama-style expressions like 행복한 결말 for tone, because lines that sound natural in a scene can feel too emotional or direct in everyday Korean.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
행복한 결말이었으면 좋겠다
I hope it's a happy ending.
행복한 결말이라서 다행이야
It's a relief it's a happy ending.
결말이 행복해
The ending is happy.
Related Expressions
해피 엔딩
haepi ending
happy ending (Konglish)
권선징악
gwonseonjingak
rewarding good and punishing evil (often implies a happy ending for good characters)
열린 결말
yeollin gyeolmal
open ending
슬픈 결말
seulpeun gyeolmal
sad ending (antonym)
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