Korean Dictionary

How to say “In-laws” in Korean

시댁

Sidaek

IntermediateRelationships

Usage & Context

The husband's family from a wife's perspective. 처가 (cheo-ga) refers to the wife's family from the husband's perspective. Relationships with in-laws (시댁, 처가) can be complex in Korea due to Confucian family dynamics. Holidays (명절) often involve navigating expectations from both families.

Example Sentence

시댁에 자주 방문해서 좋은 관계를 유지하려고 해요.

I try to visit my in-laws often to maintain a good relationship.

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