Korean Dictionary
How to say "Mathematics" in Korean
“Mathematics” in Korean is 수학 (pronounced "Suhak").
수학
Suhak
Usage & Context
The study of numbers, shapes, and patterns. Mathematics is fundamental to Korean science and engineering education.
Example Sentence
수학은 모든 과학의 기초이다.
Mathematics is the foundation of all science.
How to use 수학 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Mathematics” is 수학, romanized as Suhak.
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 수학.
Pronunciation Guide
Pronounced 'soo-hahk' — 수 sounds like 'soo' (as in 'soon'), and 학 sounds like 'hahk' with a crisp stop at the end.
More Example Sentences
A student proudly reporting to their parents.
수학 시험에서 만점을 받았어요.
I got a perfect score on the math test.
Introducing yourself in a university interview.
저는 어릴 때부터 수학을 좋아했어요.
I've loved math ever since I was a kid.
A middle schooler explaining their schedule.
수학 학원 다니느라 매일 바빠요.
I'm busy every day because of math cram school.
Cultural Context
수학 is arguably the most feared and respected subject in Korean education — 수능 (the college entrance exam) math section often determines a student's university options. The term 수포자 ('someone who gave up on math') is widely used slang for students who check out of math. Private 수학 학원 (math hagwon) attendance is nearly universal, and top math tutors can make celebrity-level salaries.
Editorial note
We review entries like 수학 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
수학 진짜 싫어.
I really hate math.
수학 잘해?
Are you good at math?
수학 문제 풀어야 해.
I have to solve math problems.
Related Expressions
수학자
suhakja
Mathematician
수포자
supoja
Someone who has given up on math (student slang)
산수
sansu
Arithmetic (elementary-level math)
공식
gongsik
Formula/equation
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