Korean Dictionary
How to say "Military academy" in Korean
“Military academy” in Korean is 사관학교 (pronounced "Sagwan hakgyo").
사관학교
Sagwan hakgyo
Usage & Context
Military term related to military academy. Important vocabulary for understanding Korean military culture and defense terminology.
Example Sentence
이것은 사관학교에 대한 예문입니다.
This is an example sentence about military academy.
How to use 사관학교 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Military academy” is 사관학교, romanized as Sagwan hakgyo.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Break down '사관학교' as 'Sa-gwan-hak-gyo'. '사' sounds like 'sa' in 'sad'. '관' is like 'gwan' in 'Gwangju', rhyming with 'swan'. '학' is similar to 'hack' in 'hacky sack'. '교' sounds like 'gyo' in 'gyoza'. The stress is fairly even, with a slight emphasis on the first syllable of each word part.
More Example Sentences
Family conversation about a relative's career path.
제 조카는 육군 사관학교에 입학했어요.
My nephew entered the Korea Military Academy.
Discussing the characteristics of military officers.
사관학교 출신 장교들은 자부심이 강해요.
Officers from military academies have strong pride.
Providing geographical information about a specific academy.
해군 사관학교는 진해에 위치해 있습니다.
The Naval Academy is located in Jinhae.
Cultural Context
In South Korea, military academies (like 육군사관학교 for Army, 해군사관학교 for Navy, 공군사관학교 for Air Force) are highly prestigious institutions. Graduates are commissioned as officers immediately upon graduation, making admission extremely competitive. It's often seen as a path to a stable and respected career for those interested in military service, and K-dramas sometimes feature characters who are graduates or cadets, highlighting their discipline and elite status.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
사관학교에 가다
To go to a military academy
사관학교 출신
A graduate of a military academy
사관생도
Military cadet
Related Expressions
육군사관학교
Yukgun Sagwan Hakgyo
Korea Military Academy (Army)
해군사관학교
Haegun Sagwan Hakgyo
Korea Naval Academy
공군사관학교
Gonggun Sagwan Hakgyo
Korea Air Force Academy
장교
Janggyo
Officer
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