Korean Dictionary
How to say "Missile" in Korean
“Missile” in Korean is 미사일 (pronounced "Misail").
미사일
Misail
Usage & Context
Military term related to missile. Important vocabulary for understanding Korean military culture and defense terminology.
Example Sentence
이것은 미사일에 대한 예문입니다.
This is an example sentence about missile.
How to use 미사일 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Missile” is 미사일, romanized as Misail.
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 미사일.
Pronunciation Guide
For 미사일 (misail), 'mi' sounds like the English word 'me,' 'sa' is like 'sah' in 'sahara,' and 'il' is pronounced like 'eel.' It's a direct transliteration of the English word 'missile.'
More Example Sentences
News report on international relations and defense.
북한이 신형 미사일을 발사했다고 보도되었습니다.
It was reported that North Korea launched a new type of missile.
Discussion about national defense technology and strategy.
그 나라는 미사일 방어 시스템을 구축하고 있습니다.
That country is building a missile defense system.
Reporting on the impact of a conflict or war.
미사일 공격으로 인해 많은 인명 피해가 발생했습니다.
Many casualties occurred due to the missile attack.
Cultural Context
'미사일' is a highly sensitive and frequently discussed term in South Korea due to the ongoing tensions with North Korea. News reports about missile tests from the North are common, and discussions about South Korea's own missile capabilities and defense systems are central to national security debates. It's a word that immediately evokes the geopolitical context of the Korean Peninsula and is often heard in daily news cycles.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
미사일 발사
Missile launch
미사일 방어
Missile defense
장거리 미사일
Long-range missile
Related Expressions
로켓
roket
Rocket
탄도 미사일
tando misail
Ballistic missile
순항 미사일
sunhang misail
Cruise missile
핵무기
haengmugi
Nuclear weapon
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