Korean Dictionary
How to say "Justice" in Korean
“Justice” in Korean is 정의 (pronounced "Jeongui").
정의
Jeongui
Usage & Context
The principle of fairness and moral rightness in the legal system. Justice is the goal of South Korea's courts and legal institutions.
Example Sentence
정의는 법의 기초입니다.
Justice is the foundation of law.
How to use 정의 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Justice” is 정의, romanized as Jeongui.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The first syllable, 'Jeong', sounds like 'jung' in 'jungle' but with a slightly softer 'j' and a rounder 'eo' vowel. The second syllable, 'ui', is a bit tricky; it's often pronounced like 'wee' or 'eewee' but with a subtle 'u' sound at the very beginning, almost like 'oo-ee'.
More Example Sentences
A lawyer speaking about a case.
피해자들을 위한 정의를 찾아야 합니다.
We must find justice for the victims.
A politician giving a speech.
사회 정의 실현은 우리 시대의 중요한 과제입니다.
Achieving social justice is an important task of our time.
A eulogy for an activist.
그는 정의를 위해 싸우는 영웅으로 기억될 것입니다.
He will be remembered as a hero who fought for justice.
Cultural Context
The concept of '정의' (jeongui) is deeply ingrained in Korean society, often appearing in K-dramas where prosecutors or lawyers tirelessly pursue justice against powerful, corrupt figures. It's a key theme in historical narratives, particularly concerning democratic movements and human rights. Koreans highly value fairness and moral righteousness, and the pursuit of '정의' is often seen as a noble cause.
Editorial note
We review entries like 정의 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
정의를 실현하다
To realize/achieve justice
사회 정의
Social justice
정의로운 사회
A just society
Related Expressions
공정
Gongjeong
Fairness, impartiality
불의
Buri
Injustice, unrighteousness
법
Beop
Law
인권
Inkwon
Human rights
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