Korean Dictionary
How to say “Historical drama” in Korean
사극
Sageuk
IntermediateCulture
Usage & Context
Korean historical dramas set in the Joseon Dynasty or earlier periods. Famous sageuk include 이산 (Yi San), 해를 품은 달 (The Moon That Embraces the Sun), and 킹덤 (Kingdom). Sageuk are noted for elaborate costumes (한복), palace settings, and themes of power, loyalty, and romance in historical contexts.
Example Sentence
사극은 한국 역사를 배우면서 즐길 수 있어서 좋아요.
Historical dramas are good because you can learn Korean history while enjoying them.
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