Korean Dictionary
How to say "Helmet" in Korean
“Helmet” in Korean is 헬멧 (pronounced "Helmet").
헬멧
Helmet
Usage & Context
Military term related to helmet. Important vocabulary for understanding Korean military culture and defense terminology.
Example Sentence
이것은 헬멧에 대한 예문입니다.
This is an example sentence about helmet.
How to use 헬멧 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Helmet” is 헬멧, romanized as Helmet.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
For 헬멧 (Helmet), this is a loanword. 'Hel' sounds like the English word 'hell'. 'Met' sounds like 'met' in 'meet'. It's pronounced very similarly to the English word 'helmet', just with a slightly softer 'h' and a clear 't' at the end.
More Example Sentences
Giving safety advice.
오토바이를 탈 때는 반드시 헬멧을 써야 해요.
You must wear a helmet when riding a motorcycle.
Encouraging safe cycling.
자전거 헬멧을 쓰고 안전하게 라이딩하세요.
Wear a bicycle helmet and ride safely.
Discussing workplace safety regulations.
건설 현장에서는 안전 헬멧 착용이 필수입니다.
Wearing a safety helmet is mandatory on construction sites.
Cultural Context
Helmets are widely used in Korea for various activities, from motorcycling and cycling to construction work and sports. There's a strong emphasis on safety, and wearing helmets for activities like riding scooters (often used for delivery services) or bicycles is legally required or strongly encouraged. You'll often see delivery drivers (배달 기사) wearing helmets, and it's a common sight in daily urban life.
Editorial note
We review entries like 헬멧 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
헬멧을 쓰다
To wear a helmet
헬멧을 벗다
To take off a helmet
안전 헬멧
Safety helmet
Related Expressions
안전모
Anjeonmo
Safety helmet (general term, often for construction)
방탄모
Bangtanmo
Bulletproof helmet (military)
투구
Tugu
Helmet (historical armor)
모자
Moja
Hat (general term)
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