Korean Dictionary
How to say "Korean Film" in Korean
“Korean Film” in Korean is 한국 영화 (pronounced "hanguk yeonghwa").
한국 영화
hanguk yeonghwa
Usage & Context
Korean film has gained global recognition for its storytelling, direction, and social commentary. Bong Joon-ho's Parasite winning the Oscar Best Picture in 2020 marked a milestone for 한국 영화.
Example Sentence
한국 영화는 사회 문제를 예리하게 반영하는 것으로 유명하다.
Korean film is known for sharply reflecting social issues.
How to use 한국 영화 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Korean Film” is 한국 영화, romanized as hanguk yeonghwa.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
한 (han) sounds like 'han' in 'hand'. 국 (guk) sounds like 'gook' in 'good' but with a 'k' at the end. 영 (yeong) sounds like 'young'. 화 (hwa) sounds like 'hwa' as in 'Hwaseong'. Combine as 'han-gook young-hwa'.
More Example Sentences
Making plans with a friend to watch a movie.
주말에 친구랑 같이 한국 영화 한 편 볼까?
Shall we watch a Korean film together this weekend?
Discussing the global popularity of Korean cinema.
요즘 한국 영화는 전 세계적으로 인기가 많다.
Korean films are very popular worldwide these days.
Praising a specific director's impactful work in Korean cinema.
봉준호 감독의 한국 영화는 항상 깊은 메시지를 담고 있다.
Director Bong Joon-ho's Korean films always contain deep messages.
Cultural Context
Korean cinema, or '한국 영화', has garnered significant international acclaim for its unique storytelling, masterful direction, and often sharp social commentary. The global success of films like Bong Joon-ho's 'Parasite' (기생충), which won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 2020, marked a pivotal moment, bringing unprecedented attention to the industry. Korean films are known for their diverse genres, from thrillers and dramas to historical epics, often exploring complex human emotions and societal issues.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
한국 영화제
Korean film festival
한국 영화 추천
Korean film recommendation
한국 영화 명작
Korean film masterpiece
Related Expressions
영화
yeonghwa
film, movie
드라마
deurama
drama (TV series)
감독
gamdok
director
배우
baeu
actor/actress
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