Korean Dictionary
How to say "Jaguar" in Korean
“Jaguar” in Korean is 재규어 (pronounced "jaegyueo").
재규어
jaegyueo
Usage & Context
A powerful big cat from South America. Jaguars are exotic animals featured in Korean zoos and wildlife programs. They are symbols of rainforest wildlife.
Example Sentence
재규어는 강한 포식자예요.
The jaguar is a powerful predator.
How to use 재규어 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Jaguar” is 재규어, romanized as jaegyueo.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, '재' (jae), sounds like 'jeh' in 'jet'. The second syllable, '규' (gyu), sounds like 'gyoo' as in 'cute' but with a 'g' sound. The final syllable, '어' (eo), sounds like 'uh' in 'butter'. The syllables flow together, with a slight emphasis on '재'.
More Example Sentences
Discussing animal habitats in a geography or science class.
재규어는 남아메리카의 정글에 살아요.
Jaguars live in the jungles of South America.
Sharing an interesting fact about animals.
재규어는 물속에서도 사냥을 잘해요.
Jaguars hunt well even in water.
Comparing a luxury car to the animal's characteristics.
그 스포츠카는 재규어처럼 빠르고 강력해.
That sports car is fast and powerful like a Jaguar.
Cultural Context
재규어 (jaegyueo) is recognized in Korea as a powerful and elusive big cat, often associated with the Amazon rainforest and its unique ecosystem. Interestingly, '재규어' is also the name of a well-known luxury car brand, so many Koreans might associate the word with both the majestic animal and the high-performance vehicle. The animal itself is frequently featured in nature documentaries and educational content.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
재규어 자동차
Jaguar car
재규어의 힘
The power of a jaguar
검은 재규어
Black jaguar
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