Korean Dictionary
How to say "Memorize" in Korean
“Memorize” in Korean is 암기 (pronounced "Amgi").
암기
Amgi
Usage & Context
Memorization (암기) is a key learning strategy in the Korean education system. Students memorize vocabulary lists, historical dates, mathematical formulas, and even entire passages of text. Flashcard apps and memorization techniques are very popular among Korean students preparing for exams.
Example Sentence
단어를 암기하는 것이 어려워요.
Memorizing vocabulary is difficult.
How to use 암기 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Memorize” is 암기, romanized as Amgi.
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 암기.
Pronunciation Guide
암 (am) sounds like 'ahm' in 'calm'. 기 (gi) sounds like 'gee' in 'geese'. Combine them as 'Ahm-gee'.
Formal & Casual Forms
Formal (존댓말)
암기합니다
amgi-hamnida
Formal polite verb form of 'to memorize'.
Casual (반말)
암기해
amgi-hae
Casual verb form of 'to memorize'.
More Example Sentences
A student expressing difficulty with language learning.
영어 단어 암기가 제일 어려워요.
Memorizing English vocabulary is the hardest.
A teacher giving an important instruction to students.
이 공식은 꼭 암기해야 해.
You must memorize this formula.
Someone boasting about their strong memory.
암기력이 좋아서 시험을 잘 봤어요.
I did well on the exam because I have good memorization skills.
Cultural Context
암기 (amgi) is a cornerstone of the traditional Korean education system, especially for subjects like history, science facts, and English vocabulary. While modern education increasingly emphasizes understanding over rote memorization, it remains a significant part of exam preparation, particularly for the highly competitive Suneung (대학수학능력시험). Many students use flashcards or apps like Anki for efficient memorization.
Editorial note
We review entries like 암기 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
암기 과목
Memorization subject (e.g., history)
암기력
Memorization ability/power
암기 팁
Memorization tip
Related Expressions
외우다
oeuda
To memorize (general verb)
기억하다
gieok-hada
To remember
이해하다
ihae-hada
To understand (antonym in learning context)
달달 외우다
dal-dal oeuda
To memorize by rote, to cram (colloquial)
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