Korean Dictionary
How to say "High Jump" in Korean
“High Jump” in Korean is 높이뛰기 (pronounced "nopi-ttwigi").
높이뛰기
nopi-ttwigi
Usage & Context
High jump is a track and field event that tests vertical jumping ability. Korean athletes compete in this event at national and international levels.
Example Sentence
높이뛰기 선수는 높이 뛸 수 있어요.
High jumpers can jump very high.
How to use 높이뛰기 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “High Jump” is 높이뛰기, romanized as nopi-ttwigi.
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce '높이뛰기' as 'no-pi-ttwi-gi'. 'No' is like 'no', 'pi' like 'pee'. 'Ttwi' has a tense 'tt' sound, similar to a sharp 'twee'. 'Gi' is like 'gee'. The 'ㄸ' is a strong, aspirated 't' sound.
More Example Sentences
Discussing an impressive athletic achievement.
그 선수는 높이뛰기 세계 기록을 깼어요.
That athlete broke the world record in high jump.
Reminiscing about childhood school events.
어릴 때 운동회에서 높이뛰기를 제일 좋아했어요.
When I was young, high jump was my favorite event at sports day.
Explaining the skills needed for the sport.
높이뛰기는 기술과 유연성이 모두 필요해요.
High jump requires both technique and flexibility.
Cultural Context
High jump is a classic track and field event often featured in Korean school sports festivals (운동회). While it might not have the same mass appeal as team sports, it's widely recognized and admired for the sheer athleticism and technique involved. Students often try it out during physical education classes, and professional high jumpers are celebrated for their ability to defy gravity.
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Common Phrases
높이뛰기 선수
high jumper
높이뛰기 기록
high jump record
높이뛰기 기술
high jump technique
Related Expressions
점프
jeompeu
jump
육상
yuksang
track and field
선수
seonsu
athlete
바
ba
bar (in high jump)
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