Korean Dictionary
How to say "Late Arrival Slip" in Korean
“Late Arrival Slip” in Korean is 지각 증명서 (pronounced "jigak jeungmyeongseo").
지각 증명서
jigak jeungmyeongseo
Usage & Context
A late arrival slip is a document given to students who arrive after the official start time. Teachers or administrators issue these slips to record tardiness. It is an important record for attendance tracking.
Example Sentence
지각해서 지각 증명서를 받았어요.
I was late and received a late arrival slip.
How to use 지각 증명서 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Late Arrival Slip” is 지각 증명서, romanized as jigak jeungmyeongseo.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
For 지각 (jigak), 'ji' is like 'jee' (as in 'jeep'), and 'gak' is like 'gock' (as in 'lock' but with a 'g'). For 증명서 (jeungmyeongseo), 'jeung' is like 'jung' (as in 'jungle'), 'myeong' like 'myung' (as in 'myung-rang hotdog'), and 'seo' like 'saw' (the tool). Together: 'Jee-gock Jung-myung-saw'.
More Example Sentences
Following the school's procedure after being late.
선생님께 지각 증명서를 제출했어요.
I submitted the late arrival slip to the teacher.
Explaining the reason for tardiness and the resulting action.
버스 때문에 지각해서 지각 증명서를 받아야 했어요.
I was late because of the bus, so I had to get a late arrival slip.
Warning about the consequences of not having proper documentation.
지각 증명서가 없으면 결석 처리될 수 있어요.
If you don't have a late arrival slip, it might be processed as an absence.
Cultural Context
Punctuality is highly valued in Korean schools. A '지각 증명서' (late arrival slip) is a common document, especially in middle and high schools, used to officially record tardiness. Students often try to avoid getting one, as repeated instances can negatively affect their attendance record and overall school evaluation. It's part of a strict system to encourage discipline.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
지각 증명서를 받다
To receive a late arrival slip
지각 증명서를 제출하다
To submit a late arrival slip
지각 증명서가 필요하다
To need a late arrival slip
Related Expressions
지각하다
jigakhada
To be late
결석
gyeolsseok
Absence
조퇴
jotwae
Early leave
출석부
chulsseokbu
Attendance book
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