Korean Dictionary
How to say "Homework" in Korean
“Homework” in Korean is 숙제 (pronounced "Sukje").
숙제
Sukje
Usage & Context
Korean students are known for their dedication to studying. Homework is a significant part of Korean education, with students often attending private academies (학원) after school for additional assignments and tutoring. It is common for Korean students to work on homework late into the evening.
Example Sentence
숙제를 다 했어요.
I finished all my homework.
How to use 숙제 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Homework” is 숙제, romanized as Sukje.
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 숙제.
What learners usually mean by “Homework in Korean”
Learners usually need this for classroom Korean: assigning homework, finishing homework, or saying they forgot it.
Real usage
숙제 is the everyday word for homework. Teachers often say 숙제를 내다 for assigning homework, and students say 숙제를 하다 or 숙제를 끝내다.
Avoid this mistake
Do not translate 'do homework' word by word with 만들다. Korean uses 하다 for doing homework.
Better pattern
Use 숙제를 하다 for doing homework, 숙제를 끝내다 for finishing it, and 숙제를 내다 when a teacher assigns it.
asking in class
오늘 숙제 뭐예요?
What is today's homework?
student explaining a mistake
숙제를 깜빡했어요.
I forgot my homework.
Pronunciation Guide
Pronounced 'sook-jae' — 'suk' rhymes with 'sook,' and 'je' sounds like 'jeh.' The 'ㄱㅈ' cluster sounds like a tensed 'kj.'
More Example Sentences
parent asking a child
숙제 다 했어요?
Have you finished your homework?
a student complaining
오늘 숙제가 너무 많아요.
There's so much homework today.
asking a friend for help
숙제 도와줄 수 있어요?
Can you help with homework?
Cultural Context
Korean students are notoriously burdened with 숙제 from early ages, often plus 학원 숙제 (academy homework) on top. 숙제 검사 (homework check) is a daily ritual at schools. The phrase 내일 숙제 (tomorrow's homework) is procrastination fuel for countless late nights.
Editorial note
We check school words like homework inside classroom sentences because the natural Korean often includes assignment verbs rather than the noun alone.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
숙제 해야 해요.
I have to do homework.
숙제 다 했어요.
I finished my homework.
숙제 많아요.
There's a lot of homework.
Related Expressions
과제
gwaje
assignment / project
공부
gongbu
study
숙제장
sukjejang
homework notebook
방학 숙제
banghak sukje
vacation homework
Frequently asked questions
What is the correct pronunciation of "숙제" (Sukje) in Korean for "homework"?+
The correct pronunciation of "숙제" (Sukje) involves two syllables. "숙" (suk) is pronounced like "sook" in English, short and clear. "제" (je) is pronounced like "jeh." The "ㅈ" (j) sound is soft, similar to the "j" in "jam" but without a strong aspiration. Practice saying "Suk-je" with a slight emphasis on both syllables for natural flow.
How do I use "숙제" (Sukje) in a common Korean sentence, like "I have homework"?+
To express "I have homework" in Korean, you can say "숙제가 있어요" (suk-je-ga i-sseo-yo). For the action of "doing homework," the phrase is "숙제를 하다" (suk-je-reul ha-da). For example, "저는 숙제를 해요" (jeo-neun suk-je-reul hae-yo) means "I do homework." This is a very common and practical usage.
Is "숙제" (Sukje) a formal or informal term for homework in Korean?+
"숙제" (Sukje) is a neutral term for homework and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. The level of formality is primarily determined by the verb ending or honorifics used with it. For instance, "숙제가 있습니다" is formal, while "숙제 있어?" is informal. It's appropriate for talking to teachers, friends, or family alike.
Are there other related Korean words for "homework" or "assignments" besides "숙제"?+
Yes, while "숙제" (Sukje) is common for general homework, "과제" (gwa-je) is often used for more formal academic assignments or projects, especially in university settings. "학습지" (hak-seup-ji) refers to study worksheets or workbooks, which are a common form of homework, especially those assigned by private academies (학원) in Korea. These terms reflect different nuances of assigned work.
What are common mistakes non-native speakers make when using the word "숙제" (Sukje)?+
A common mistake is confusing "숙제" (Sukje) with "공부" (gong-bu). While homework is a part of studying, "공부" means "study" in general, whereas "숙제" specifically refers to assigned tasks. Another error can be incorrect particle usage; remember to use the object particle "를" (reul) with "숙제" when performing the action, as in "숙제를 하다" (to do homework).
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