Korean Dictionary
How to say "Marine Corps" in Korean
“Marine Corps” in Korean is 해병대 (pronounced "Haebyeongdae").
해병대
Haebyeongdae
Usage & Context
Military term related to marine corps. Important vocabulary for understanding Korean military culture and defense terminology.
Example Sentence
이것은 해병대에 대한 예문입니다.
This is an example sentence about marine corps.
How to use 해병대 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Marine Corps” is 해병대, romanized as Haebyeongdae.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 해병대.
Pronunciation Guide
해 (hae) sounds like 'heh' in 'heck,' but softer, or 'hay' in 'haystack' without the 'y' glide. 병 (byeong) sounds like 'byung,' similar to 'bung' in 'bungalow' but with a 'y' sound before the 'u'. 대 (dae) sounds like 'day' in 'daylight.' The pronunciation is quite fluid, with a slight emphasis on 'hae' and 'dae'.
More Example Sentences
Talking about a friend's military service choice.
제 친구는 해병대에 자원입대했어요.
My friend voluntarily enlisted in the Marine Corps.
Discussing the reputation of military training.
해병대 훈련은 정말 힘들다고 들었어요.
I heard Marine Corps training is really tough.
Explaining a famous nickname or reputation of the ROKMC.
한국 해병대는 '귀신 잡는 해병'으로 불리기도 합니다.
The Korean Marine Corps is sometimes called 'Ghost-catching Marines'.
Cultural Context
The Republic of Korea Marine Corps (ROKMC) is highly respected and known for its intense training and strong esprit de corps. They are famously referred to as '귀신 잡는 해병' (Gwishin jamneun haebyeong), meaning 'Ghost-catching Marines,' which highlights their toughness and fearlessness. Many young Korean men aspire to join the Marines, and those who serve often carry a strong sense of pride and camaraderie throughout their lives, making it a significant part of Korean military culture.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
해병대 출신
Former Marine Corps member
해병대 정신
Marine Corps spirit
해병대 입대
Enlistment in the Marine Corps
Related Expressions
해병
Haebyeong
Marine (individual)
해군
Haegun
Navy (related branch)
상륙작전
Sangnyuk jakjeon
Amphibious operation
군인
Gunin
Soldier / Military personnel (general term)
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