Korean Dictionary
How to say "Hwarang" in Korean
“Hwarang” in Korean is 화랑 (pronounced "hwarang").
화랑
hwarang
Usage & Context
Hwarang were elite youth warriors of the Silla Kingdom who trained in martial arts, literature, and the arts. They embodied the hwarang code of honor and contributed to Silla military and cultural achievements. The Netflix show Hwarang popularized this historical group globally.
Example Sentence
화랑은 신라 시대의 엘리트 청년 전사예요.
Hwarang were elite young warriors of the Silla era.
How to use 화랑 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Hwarang” is 화랑, romanized as hwarang.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, 화 (hwa), sounds like 'hwa' in 'flower'. The second syllable, 랑 (rang), sounds like 'rang' in 'harangue'. Put it together as HWA-rang, with a slight emphasis on the first syllable.
More Example Sentences
Discussing the historical significance of Hwarang.
화랑은 신라의 정신적 지주였습니다.
Hwarang were the spiritual pillars of Silla.
Talking about a popular K-drama.
드라마 '화랑' 보셨어요? 박서준이 너무 멋있게 나왔어요.
Have you seen the drama 'Hwarang'? Park Seo-joon looked so cool.
Explaining historical facts about Hwarang training.
신라 시대에 화랑이 되려면 여러 훈련을 받아야 했어요.
To become a Hwarang in the Silla period, one had to undergo various trainings.
Cultural Context
Hwarang were elite youth groups in the Silla Kingdom, known for their training in martial arts, literature, and the arts. They embodied a code of conduct called Hwarangdo (화랑도), emphasizing loyalty, filial piety, and courage. Their historical significance has been popularized globally through K-dramas like 'Hwarang' and 'Queen Seondeok', showcasing their role in Silla's military and cultural achievements.
Editorial note
We review entries like 화랑 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
화랑 정신
Hwarang spirit
화랑 제도
Hwarang system
화랑 드라마
Hwarang drama
Related Expressions
신라
Silla
Silla Kingdom
화랑도
hwarangdo
Hwarang code/way
청년
cheongnyeon
youth, young person
전사
jeonsa
warrior
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